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Hematologic values for free-ranging urban gray squirrels (Sciurus c carolinensis).

G L Hoff, E B Lassing, M S Chan

    American Journal of Veterinary Research
    |January 1, 1976
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    Hematologic values in 180 gray squirrels were analyzed. Results varied by squirrel age, sex, and month of capture, providing baseline data for Sciurus carolinensis carolinensis.

    Area of Science:

    • Veterinary Medicine
    • Wildlife Biology
    • Hematology

    Background:

    • Hematologic parameters are crucial for assessing wildlife health.
    • Establishing baseline values for wild populations aids in disease monitoring.
    • Gray squirrels (Sciurus carolinensis carolinensis) are common urban wildlife.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To determine normal hematologic values for gray squirrels.
    • To investigate variations in hematologic values based on age, sex, and season.
    • To provide reference data for future health assessments of this species.

    Main Methods:

    • Collected blood samples from 180 gray squirrels in Jacksonville, Florida.
    • Analyzed various hematologic parameters including erythrocyte sedimentation rate, packed cell volume, hemoglobin concentration, erythrocyte and leukocyte counts, differential leukocyte counts, blood platelet counts, hemoglobin electrophoresis, and erythrocyte fragility.

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  • Compared results across different age groups, sexes, and months of capture.

    • Main Results:

    • Established a comprehensive set of hematologic values for gray squirrels.
    • Observed significant differences in packed cell volume, hemoglobin concentration, and leukocyte counts related to age.
    • Demonstrated seasonal variations in erythrocyte counts and hemoglobin electrophoresis patterns.

    Conclusions:

    • Age, sex, and month of capture are important factors influencing gray squirrel hematology.
    • The study provides essential reference ranges for hematologic parameters in this species.
    • Findings support the use of hematologic profiling for monitoring the health of wild gray squirrel populations.