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Suspected lead toxicosis in a captive goshawk.

M Garner1

  • 1Covington Veterinary Hospital, Kent, WA 98042.

Journal of the American Veterinary Medical Association
|October 15, 1991
PubMed
Summary

A young goshawk suffered from lead toxicosis after consuming prey contaminated with lead pellets. Prompt treatment with calcium EDTA and supportive care led to a successful recovery.

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Area of Science:

  • Avian medicine
  • Toxicology
  • Wildlife rehabilitation

Background:

  • Lead toxicosis is a significant threat to raptors, often stemming from ingestion of lead-containing prey.
  • Goshawks, as apex predators, are particularly vulnerable to bioaccumulated toxins.

Observation:

  • A 3-week-old male goshawk presented with clinical signs indicative of poisoning.
  • Diagnostic evaluation included history, physical examination, radiography, and laboratory analysis.

Findings:

  • Lead toxicosis was confirmed through comprehensive diagnostic assessments.
  • Radiographic findings revealed the presence of lead fragments.
  • Treatment with calcium disodium ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid (Ca-EDTA) and supportive care was administered.

Implications:

  • This case highlights the risk of secondary lead poisoning in birds of prey from ingesting prey shot with lead ammunition.
  • Successful treatment underscores the efficacy of Ca-EDTA in managing lead toxicosis in raptors.
  • Wildlife rehabilitators and veterinarians should consider lead exposure in differential diagnoses for sick raptors, especially those fed hunted prey.

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