Avian & Exotic

The Wildcare Foundation rescued 2 Aldabra tortoises from the illegal wildlife trade who found their forever home at Oakland Zoo.

Plantaina is 1 of 6 manatees to complete rehabilitation at Walt Disney World Resort over the last year, promoting the survival of this endangered species.

The new cub's arrival is significant to the long-term health of the species as sloth bears are listed as vulnerable.

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The latest addition to the zoo is thriving in his new home despite all odds.

Without significant action made by the Australian government, extinction is predicted by 2050.

This new study revealed that when sea turtles are treated with intravenous lipid emulsion, they experience a 94% survival rate.

They are encouraging state agriculture leaders to support more education, research, and procedures to confirm hemp's safety as an animal-feed ingredient.

Patches was a notable resident as one of the largest reptiles at the zoo and a representative of her vulnerable species.

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dvm360®’s Australian correspondent, Phil Tucak, BSc, BVMS, updates us on solving the workforce challenges facing veterinary practices, boosting wildlife surveillance to prevent pandemics, and supporting veterinary transfusion medicine.

Ozzie was the oldest gorilla at Zoo Atlanta and third-oldest gorilla in the world.

Asha, an Asian elephant at The Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Garden, recently gave birth to the Zoo's eighth Asian elephant.

Mark A. Mitchell, DVM, MS, PhD, DECZM (Herpetology), shares why it is important not to overlook the value of performing these practices thoroughly.

A Komodo dragon at the San Antonio Zoo was the first exotic animal in the world to receive this innovative treatment that reduces inflammation in arthritic joints.

An aquatic species expert shares 6 elements to consider in creating a plan that will mitigate stressors and reduce risk of transmitting pathogens.

Dr Mark A. Mitchell, an expert in herpetological medicine, shared his thought process for deductive reasoning during his lecture at the Veterinary Meeting & Expo.

Some of the zoo's noteworthy accomplishments are celebrated amid this milestone including its expansion, crucial role in animal welfare, and beyond.

Rick Hudson is the honored recipient of the 2021 Commitment to Conservation Award and grant due to his commitment to helping endangered species including turtles, tortoises, and iguanas.

The organization celebrates Betty White's life by recognizing her impactful contributions to the veterinary and animal community.

dvm360®’s Australian correspondent Phil Tucak, BSc, BVMS, gives updates on a new biotechnology that monitors animal health, developments in making veterinary careers more sustainable, and a new CEO for the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA).

During an interview with dvm360®, Mark Goldstein, DVM, disclosed how 1 of the greatest lessons he learned in life was from a child and his pet hamster, Harold.

We have compiled a list of the top 10 articles in 2021, here is number 1.

The prescription-only crofelemer delayed-release tablets were developed using a sustainable, plant-based formula.

Columbian Park Zoo is devastated as they put their best efforts to care for their remaining 3 penguins in critical condition.

In a dvm360® interview, Phil Tucak, BSc, BVMS, details the negative impacts of rodenticides on Australian birdlife, plus the solution to this epidemic.

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During his presentation at the 2021 New York Vet Show, Dr Chris Walzer detailed the latest research on threatening zoonotic diseases affecting human and animal health across the globe.

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An outline on evaluating breeding facilities and assessing breeding complications in birds, reptiles, rabbits, guinea pigs, and chinchillas.