Droughts can force animals to converge around watering holes that remain, potentially creating opportunities for parasites to circulate. (IMAGE)

Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies

Droughts can force animals to converge around watering holes that remain, potentially creating opportunities for parasites to circulate.

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Droughts can force animals to converge around watering holes that remain, potentially creating opportunities for parasites to circulate. 

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