What is another word for cattle plague?
Pronunciation: [kˈatə͡l plˈe͡ɪɡ] (IPA) 
Cattle plague, also known as rinderpest, is a highly contagious viral disease that can cause severe illness and death in cattle. In the past, it has been responsible for devastating outbreaks that have decimated cattle populations. There are several synonyms for cattle plague, including bovine pest, cattle fever, and steppe murrain. These terms have been used historically to describe the disease, which is caused by a virus related to measles in humans. Despite efforts to eradicate the disease, it is still present in some parts of the world. However, vaccination campaigns have helped to prevent further outbreaks and reduce the impact of the disease on global cattle populations.
