Investigating Lead Exposure and Health Impact in Urban Birds
Researchers will investigate the impacts of sub-lethal lead exposure on physiology, behavior and reproductive success of the northern mockingbird in New Orleans.
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Controlling Mange Epidemics in Endangered San Joaquin Kit Foxes
Researchers will develop and assess the effectiveness of a disease management strategy in endangered San Joaquin kit foxes with sarcoptic mange, a fatal skin disease in this species caused by burrowing mites.
Saving Ridgway's Hawks from Extinction
Researchers will study a new, long-term method to reduce botfly infestations in Ridgway's hawk nests, a direct cause of high nestling mortality in this species.
Assessing Blood Bacterial Infection Impact on Endangered Darwin's Foxes
Researchers will investigate the potential impact and transmission of a blood bacteria in the critically endangered Darwin's fox.
Improving Diagnostics for Raptors Exposed to Toxic Rodent Poisons
Researchers will validate a diagnostic tool to measure coagulation and establish normal clotting ranges in great horned owls and red-tailed hawks to improve diagnostics for raptors exposed to deadly, anticoagulant rodent poisons.
Identifying Populations with Disease-Free Koalas to Assist Conservation Efforts
Researchers will investigate the prevalence and geographical distribution of koala retrovirus and chlamydia infections in koalas to identify populations with disease-free animals to assist conservation efforts.
Diagnosing and Managing Tuberculosis in African Wildlife
Researchers will aim to improve diagnostic testing to control bovine tuberculosis in African wildlife.