“…This sample is likely a new genotype, with similarity to other known genotypes, since 9 out of 11 markers matched to ToxoDB PCR-RFLP genotypes #6, #80, #126 and #244 (Table 1). The genotype #6 (also known as BrI and Africa 1) is the major virulent lineage previously reported in Brazil, and it was previously identified in domestic and wild Brazilian animals like chickens, dogs, cats, sheep, goats, pigeons, and capybaras (Dubey et al, 2012;Costa et al, 2021;Barros et al, 2014;Yai et al, 2009). The genotype #6 is also observed in HIV-immunosuppressed humans in Brazil, with severe and diffuse cerebral toxoplasmosis (Ferreira et al, 2011).…”