Dear Colleagues,

Domestic and wild European rabbit (Oryctolagus cuniculus) populations have been mainly affected by two viruses, rabbit hemorrhagic disease virus (RHDV) and myxoma virus (MYXV), which are responsible for high mortalities. Other viruses were also detected in the European rabbit, such as hepatitis E, rabbit herpesvirus, coronavirus, etc. The advent of techniques with high sensitivity in the detection of viruses, such as real-time PCR and high-throughput sequencing, further allow the identification of new viruses and new strains circulating in the European rabbit.

In this Special Issue, we welcome full-length original articles and review papers on all aspects of RNA and DNA viruses detected in the European rabbit. We are interested not only in the evolution of these viruses and their impact on European rabbit populations, but also in aspects related to host adaptation, disease progression, tropism, etc. The main goal is to obtain the maximum information possible about which viruses are circulating in European rabbit populations, even if they are not provoking disease. Knowledge gathered with this Special Issue will be used for management strategies and will aid to prevent future outbreaks.

Dr. Pedro José Castro Esteves
Dr. Joana Abrantes
Dr. Ana M. Lopes
Guest Editors

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