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Peer-reviewed veterinary case report

Raptor toxicology.

Journal:
The veterinary clinics of North America. Exotic animal practice
Year:
2008
Authors:
Redig, Patrick T & Arent, Lori R
Affiliation:
College of Veterinary Medicine · United States
Species:
bird

Abstract

Birds of prey have demonstrated the negative impact that toxic agents can cause on animal populations and ecosystem dynamics. Lead, cholinesterase inhibitors (eg, organophosphates, carbamates), and anticoagulant rodenticides (eg, brodifacoum) are the most common toxic agents that currently affect the health of wild birds of prey in the United States. For raptors held in captivity, the list of toxic agents expands and includes toxic inhalants such as carbon monoxide and polytetrafluoroethylene. This article provides diagnostic and treatment guidelines for the toxic agents discussed.

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Original publication: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/18406387/