Infestation, histology, and molecular confirmation of in an Andean porcupine () from the Central Andes of Colombia.

Sarcoptic mange is a highly contagious, worldwide disease that affects the skin of mammals, including humans. It is caused by the mite , however, the information available in wild mammal populations in the world, and particularly in Colombia is limited. Here, we document a new case of sarcoptic mange in an Andean porcupine () from the Andean region of Colombia.