Birds Flashcards
1
Q
What are the control methods of WNV (west Nile virus) in bird?
A
Vaccination and reducing exposure to mosquitoes
Vaccine is off-label use as no vaccine approved for birds for WNV
2
Q
What does Aspergeillosis look like in raptors, penguins and waterfowl?
A
Findings include fungal plague on the air sacs and thickening of the air sacs. Transmission is inhalation of spores, may be history of respiratory signs. TX - antifungals such as amphotericin B or -azole antifungals
3
Q
Which parrots are sexually dimorphic?
A
Eclectus parrot - males are green and females are red
Dimorphic means each gender have different feature but are of the same species
