Avian Pox
Avian Pox Avian Poxvirus (APV), a large DNA virus, belongs to the Poxviridae family and classified in the genus Avipoxvirus....
Electrocution in Raptors
Electrocution In Raptors Avian electrocutions and overhead powerline collisions are a concern affecting raptors worldwide. As electrical distribution networks grow...
Feces/Mutes
Feces / Mutes Feces/Mutes A normal mute or dropping has three components, what are they? • Answer: Fecal portion from the...
Anatomy | Category
Anatomy Category Body Condition Score When raptors are evaluated for weight and appearance, a body condition scoring evaluation is performed. ...
Parasites | Endoparasites
Parasites-Endoparasites Parasites that reside in the internal organs and tissues are classified as what category of parasite? • Answer Endoparasites:...
Parasites | Hemoparasites
Parasites-Hemoparasites Parasites-Hemoparasites A Great Horned Owl fledgling presents to the rehabilitation center with anterior uveitis of the eyes. What must...
Parasites | Ectoparasites
Parasites-Ectoparasites A nestling Barn Owl presents with evidence of an ear infection. Upon close examination a parasite is removed. What...
Hematology | Blood Cell Identification
Blood Cell Identification Lymphocyte What is the function of the avian lymphocyte? • Answer: The function of the lymphocyte is...
Hematology | Anemia
Hematology- Anemia Regenerative Anemia When a bird suffers from acute blood loss, either externally from a wound, ingestion of a...
Hematology | Cellular Response to Disease
Cellular Response to Disease Toxic changes An elevated white blood cell count and toxic or reactive changes of the cells...