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View article: A behavioral study of live captured coypu (Myocastor coypus) and raccoons (Procyon lotor) with respect to animal welfare
A behavioral study of live captured coypu (Myocastor coypus) and raccoons (Procyon lotor) with respect to animal welfare Open
Since 2016, coypu ( Myocastor coypus ) and raccoons ( Procyon lotor ) have been listed as invasive alien species (IAS) of European Union concern (The Implementing Regulation (EU) 1141/2016). The three-stage management plan stipulates the p…
View article: Human–Wildlife Interaction—A Social Survey
Human–Wildlife Interaction—A Social Survey Open
With the results of a survey presented in this paper, we provide insight into public attitudes towards dealing with wildlife. Based on 1569 data sets derived from participating stakeholders, we inquired about the individual experience the …
View article: Heavy Youngsters—Habitat and Climate Factors Lead to a Significant Increase in Body Weight of Wild Boar Females
Heavy Youngsters—Habitat and Climate Factors Lead to a Significant Increase in Body Weight of Wild Boar Females Open
As one of the most abundant game species in Europe, European wild boar (Sus scrofa) populations prove highly adaptable to cultivated landscapes. The ongoing process of climate change and the high agricultural yields seem to further optimiz…
View article: Recommendations and technical specifications for sustainable surveillance of zoonotic pathogens where wildlife is implicated
Recommendations and technical specifications for sustainable surveillance of zoonotic pathogens where wildlife is implicated Open
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View article: Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment
Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment Open
The report to which this datasets refer to is based on two literature reviews on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment, and on the methods for pathogen s…
View article: Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re-emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife
Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re-emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife Open
These annexes refer to a report which describes and maps the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for transboundary, emerging and re-emerging zoonoses in domestic animals, w…
View article: Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment
Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment Open
The report to which this datasets refer to is based on two literature reviews on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment, and on the methods for pathogen s…
View article: Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re-emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife
Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re-emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife Open
These annexes refer to a report which describes and maps the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for transboundary, emerging and re-emerging zoonoses in domestic animals, w…
View article: Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment
Literature review on the main existing structures and systematic/academic initiatives for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses in the environment and the methods for surveillance of pathogens in the environment Open
A small proportion of disease surveillance programs target environment compartment, and in the EU these are restricted to few countries. The present report is composed of two literature reviews (i) on the main existing structures and syste…
View article: Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re‐emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife
Describing and mapping of the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for zoonoses (transboundary, emerging and re‐emerging) in domestic animals and wildlife Open
The present report describes and maps the main existing structures and systematic initiatives and academic activities for surveillance in the EU for transboundary, emerging and re-emerging zoonoses in domestic animals, wildlife, and the en…
View article: A preliminary assessment of net box traps to catch gray wolves in Lower Saxony, Germany
A preliminary assessment of net box traps to catch gray wolves in Lower Saxony, Germany Open
The number of gray wolves ( Canis lupus ) in Lower Saxony, Germany, has increased since they recolonized the region in 2007, and developing appropriate management strategies requires accurate information on wolf habitat use. As research on…
View article: The modulating effect of food composition on the immune system in growing ring-necked pheasants (Phasianus colchicus)
The modulating effect of food composition on the immune system in growing ring-necked pheasants (Phasianus colchicus) Open
The decline in the population of ring-necked pheasants ( Phasianus colchicus ) in northwestern Germany since 2007 raises questions about the underlying causes. We therefore studied the growth and immune status of ring-necked pheasant chick…
View article: Suspected Frostbite Injuries in Coypu (Myocastor coypus)
Suspected Frostbite Injuries in Coypu (Myocastor coypus) Open
Native to South America, the coypu (Myocastor coypus) is an invasive alien species (IAS) of Union concern. It was introduced to Germany a hundred years ago and is considered established in all German federal states. Between January and Feb…
View article: 1st joint workshop LIFE MICA - LIFE RIPARIAS: Towards a data standard for reporting on IAS management interventions. Agenda and final report.
1st joint workshop LIFE MICA - LIFE RIPARIAS: Towards a data standard for reporting on IAS management interventions. Agenda and final report. Open
This workshop report reflects the discussions and outputs of the first joint LIFE MICA - LIFE RIPARIAS workshop, organized virtually on March 25, 2022. This workshop represented the kick-off of a longer term process towards the development…
View article: Occurrence and relevance of Mycoplasma spp. in free-ranging pheasants from northwestern Germany
Occurrence and relevance of Mycoplasma spp. in free-ranging pheasants from northwestern Germany Open
Since 2008/2009, the population of free-ranging ring-necked pheasants was recorded to decrease all over Germany. Various Mycoplasma ( M .) spp. are causing severe respiratory signs in captive game bird species. Furthermore, M. gallisepticu…
View article: Stress Response of Stone Martens and Red Foxes in Two Different Live Traps
Stress Response of Stone Martens and Red Foxes in Two Different Live Traps Open
Trapping of terrestrial animals is an important tool for harvest, pest control and research worldwide. To catch animals alive, animal welfare has to be ensured, which is reflected in different agreements on trading and trapping of animals …
View article: Seroprevalences of specific antibodies against avian pathogens in free-ranging ring-necked pheasants (Phasianus colchicus) in Northwestern Germany
Seroprevalences of specific antibodies against avian pathogens in free-ranging ring-necked pheasants (Phasianus colchicus) in Northwestern Germany Open
Infectious diseases in captive pheasants ( Phasianus colchicus ) are well known, but there is a lack of knowledge about occurrence and distribution of pathogens in free-ranging pheasants in Germany. We investigated 604 sera from hunted phe…
View article: Toxicological investigation of substances and limits of detection.
Toxicological investigation of substances and limits of detection. Open
Highlighted in bold are the substances found in the pheasant samples. (DOCX)
View article: Health status of free-ranging ring-necked pheasant chicks (Phasianus colchicus) in North-Western Germany
Health status of free-ranging ring-necked pheasant chicks (Phasianus colchicus) in North-Western Germany Open
Being a typical ground-breeding bird of the agricultural landscape in Germany, the pheasant has experienced a strong and persistent population decline with a hitherto unexplained cause. Contributing factors to the ongoing negative trend, s…
View article: Current knowledge of the Neozoa, Nutria and Muskrat in Europe and their environmental impacts
Current knowledge of the Neozoa, Nutria and Muskrat in Europe and their environmental impacts Open
In this study we focus on literature dealing with differences in habitat use, environmental impact, reproductive output and management strategies concerning the nutria and muskrat in Germany and Europe. What is the current knowledge about …