Tetanus is a serious infectious disease caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani. This bacterium produces a potent toxin that affects the nervous system, causing painful muscle contractions, especially in the jaw and neck, commonly known as lockjaw. Infection usually occurs through contaminated wounds or cuts [...].
It is at high risk of extinction in the medium term.
It is not yet at risk, but could be soon if conditions worsen.
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There are no longer any living individuals of the species.
Only specimens survive in captivity or in scientific collections.
It has a very high risk of disappearing in the wild if conservation measures are not taken.
It faces an extremely high risk of extinction in the near future.
The species is relatively secure in the wild and faces no immediate risk of extinction.
