Exotics Flashcards
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What is the main disease we worry about with reptiles?
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Salmonella
1
Q
What is the name of the Black death referring to?
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The bubonic plague 1347 -1350 in Europe. delivered by rat fecal matter and fleas.
2
Q
Define exotic.
A
Any pet that is not your every day dog or cat or The normal pet
3
Q
Illegal trade of exotics accounts for billions of dollars second to
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Narcotics or drugs
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Q
What is the main problem with people wanting to own exotic species?
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Many of the animals are on the endangered species list on not many know exactly how to take care of the animals properly.
5
Q
What two organizations that are involved in monitoring lad animal use?
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USDA and N I H
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Q
What are the three R’s of the golden rule for animal-based research.
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Reduction refinement replacement
