ornithosis

IPA: ɔrnɪθʌsʌs

(medicine) A zoonotic infectious disease (of birds) caused by a bacterium called Chlamydia psittaci, it can be transmitted to humans and other animals. When carried by any species of bird belonging to the Psittacidae family (parrots), it is called psittacosis or parrot fever.

Examples of "ornithosis" in Sentences

Ornithosis is a respiratory disease that affects birds, particularly pigeons and poultry
The veterinarian diagnosed the sick chicken with ornithosis after conducting tests
Bird owners should be aware of the symptoms of ornithosis and take precautionary measures to prevent its spread
Ornithosis can be transmitted to humans through contact with infected birds or their droppings
Treatment for ornithosis in birds may include antibiotics and supportive care to help them recover