Mouth and foot diseases in cattle are caused due to-

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (c) Virus.
· Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease that affects cloven-hoofed animals, including cattle, pigs, sheep, goats, and deer.
· It is caused by the Foot-and-Mouth Disease Virus (FMDV), which belongs to the Picornaviridae family.
· The disease is characterized by fever and blister-like sores on the tongue, lips, in the mouth, on the teats, and between the hooves.
· FMD can lead to significant economic losses due to decreased milk production, weight loss, and reduced fertility in affected animals.
Information Booster:
Fungi:
· Fungal infections in cattle are less common and typically affect the skin or respiratory system. Examples include ringworm and aspergillosis.
Bacteria:
· Bacterial infections in cattle can cause various diseases, but Foot-and-Mouth Disease is not among them. Examples of bacterial diseases in cattle include tuberculosis and brucellosis.
Penicillium:
· Penicillium is a genus of fungi known for its role in antibiotic production (penicillin) and food spoilage. It does not cause Foot-and-Mouth Disease in cattle.