Quantifying capture stress in free ranging European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)

Quantifying capture stress in free ranging European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus)

Abstract Background To understand and reduce the concomitant effects of trapping and handling procedures in wildlife species, it is essential to measure their physiological impact. Here, we examined individual variation in stress levels in non-anesthetized European roe deer (Capreolus capreolus), wh...

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Main Authors: Nikolaus Huber, Sebastian G. Vetter, Alina L. Evans, Petter Kjellander, Susanne Küker, Ulrika A. Bergvall, Jon M. Arnemo
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2017-05-01
Series:BMC Veterinary Research
Subjects:
Wildlife
Stress
Leukocyte coping capacity
Coping style
Cortisol
Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s12917-017-1045-0

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