Fungal isolation and identification from parrot excreta in northeast Iran: A threat to human health. [PDF]
Vet Med Sci, 2023 The prevalence of fungal contamination in parrot excreta is high. Therefore, keeping parrots in the house and close contact with humans is a public health risk. Abstract Background One of the environmental sources of pathogenic fungi is parrot droppings.
Malekifard M, Ghaniei A, Eidi S.
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An Update on Gastrointestinal Parasitic Infection in Captive Wild Animals in Bangladesh. [PDF]
J Parasitol Res, 2023 Gastrointestinal parasites cause health problems and even death in captive animals. These animals are more susceptible to parasitic infestations because of confinement and stress. The aim of the study is to describe parasitic causal agents in captive wild animals at the Bangladesh National Zoo, Chittagong Zoo, and Tilagarh Eco Park, in Sylhet.
Rahman R +10 more
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Seed dispersal of the palm Acrocomia aculeata by the Blue-and-Yellow Macaw (Ara ararauna) [PDF]
Brazilian Journal of Biology, 2021 L. B. Silva +3 more
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Estimated and in vivo measurements of bite force demonstrate exceptionally large bite forces in parrots (Psittaciformes). [PDF]
J AnatBite force in parrots has been explored using data from muscle masses. The values were validated by comparison with data for bite force collected from live parrots. The parrot's reputation for a strong bite force is well founded. Abstract Jaw morphology and function determine the range of dietary items that an organism can consume.
Harrison SL +3 more
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Opportunistic sampling from the near-threatened Alexandrine parakeet uncovers genomes of a novel parvovirus and beak and feather disease virus. [PDF]
Aust Vet JBirds are known to harbour a wide range of pathogenic viruses, including the beak and feather disease virus (BFDV; species, Circovirus parrot), which poses a significant threat to the conservation of endangered avian species. This study reports the genomic identification and characterisation of a novel psittaciform chaphamaparvovirus (PsChPV‐6) and ...
Sarker S +4 more
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When a large reserve is not large enough to protect part of a population: Blue-and-yellow Macaws (Ara ararauna) in central Brazil [PDF]
Biotemas, 2010 This study aimed to examine movements of the Blue-and-yellow Macaw (Ara ararauna) across boundaries between the Parque Nacional das Emas and adjacent agricultural landscapes, in central Brazil. Two study sites were selected for observations conducted in
Dárius Pukenis Tubelis
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Tear meniscometry test in wild animals [PDF]
Ciência Rural, 2019 : This study aimed to describe strip meniscometry test values for Amazona aestiva (turquoise-fronted amazon), Ara ararauna (blue-and-yellow macaw) and Caiman latirostris (broad-snouted caiman).
Arianne Pontes Oriá +5 more
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Metagenomic Detection of Multiple Viruses in Monk Parakeet (Myiopsitta monachus) in Australia. [PDF]
Vet Med SciSummary Three viruses from the families Circoviridae, Parvoviridae and Adenoviridae were detected in this study using a non‐invasive, high‐throughput sequencing method. Though their pathogenic consequences are unknown, these viruses may pose a risk of spreading infection within the pet trade.
Kanti Nath B +6 more
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Repartição do Habitat entre Psitacídeos Simpátricos no Sul da Amazônia [PDF]
Acta Amazonica, 1984 Estudaram-se de agosto de 1977 a junho de 1979 16 espécies de Psitacídeos na região do Núcleo Pioneiro Humboldt (10019' S, 590 12' W), alto rio Aripuanã, MT, Brasil.
Paul Roth
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Ambiente & Sociedade, 2022 Electrocution is a theme that has been rarely reported for large macaws. The objective of this study was to analyze mortality of macaws due to electrocution in an urban area of Campo Grande, Mato Grosso do Sul.
Larissa Tinoco +4 more
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