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Rabbit Calicivirus Disease (RCD).
RCD infects many organs including the lungs, gut and liver of rabbits.

Rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD)

This information sheet provides details on the use of rabbit calicivirus disease in Australia. (2 pages)

Rabbit calicivirus disease (RCD) is a viral disease which affects only European rabbits.

This fact sheet details information on RCD in Australia with discussion on topics including:

  • history of RCD
  • effectiveness of RCD
  • how does RCD work
  • combining control methods
  • does RCD affect humans
  • are other animals affected by RCD
  • is it safe to eat rabbits infected with RCD
  • is a vaccine available for domestic rabbits

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