Capture and immobilisation of aardvark (Orycteropus afer) using different drug combinations : research communication
Nine aardvarks (Orycteropus afer) were captured in the southern Free State, South Africa, for the placement of abdominal radio transmitters. Five combinations of ketamine hydrochloride with xylazine hydrochloride, midazolam or medetomidine hydrochloride were used to induce anaesthesia. In some cases...
Main Authors: | P.J. Nel, A. Taylor, D.G.A. Meltzer, M.A. Haupt |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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AOSIS
2000-07-01
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Series: | Journal of the South African Veterinary Association |
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Online Access: | https://jsava.co.za/index.php/jsava/article/view/679 |
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