| Module code | NLB 783 |
| Qualification | Postgraduate |
| Faculty | Faculty of Natural and Agricultural Sciences |
| Module content | Parasites, diseases and capture of wild animals. An overview of veterinary aspects with reference to important parasites and diseases of wild animals. The capture of wildlife and the stress-related consequences of the capture of wild animals. The module content includes a discussion of all the different chemicals used to immobilise wild animals, darting, and handling of wild animals under sedation. The internal and external parasites, most important contagious wildlife diseases and the prevention of capture related diseases are discussed. |
| Module credits | 10.00 |
| Programmes | |
| Prerequisites | No prerequisites. |
| Contact time | 2 lectures per week, 2 practicals per week |
| Language of tuition | Module is presented in English |
| Department | Animal and Wildlife Sciences |
| Period of presentation | Semester 1 |
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