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Peste des petits ruminants (PPR), also called goat plague, is a widespread viral disease caused by a Morbillivirus (Paramyxoviridae). The disease is considered to be a major constraint in the development of small ruminant productivity among small holders, mainly by causing high mortality in young stock. There is a single serotype of PPR virus, but four distinct genetic lineages exist. Morbidity and mortality are high when occurring in native sheep and goat populations. The peracute and acute forms are seen mainly in goats. This disease is characterized by high fever, severe depression, decreased appetite, watery nasal discharge progressing to profuse muco-purulent discharge occluding the nostrils, respiratory distress, and sign of broncho pneumonia, conjunctivitis, erosive and necrotic lesions in the mouth (dental pad, hard palate, cheeks), severe diarrhea, dehydration, and weight loss. Abortions have been reported during outbreaks. Death usually occurs within 1 week of the onset of illness and earlier in peracute cases.