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Haematology, physiological parameters, morphometry and parasitological status of rescued bearded capuchin monkeys
Guillermina Hernández-Cruz1, Renata G Ferreira2, Nicola J Rooney1
1Animal Welfare and Behaviour Group, Bristol Veterinary School, University of Bristol, Bristol, UK.
Background:
There are few studies on the physiology and haematology of rescued bearded capuchin monkeys. These are necessary to better understand the health and welfare status of the animals, including when performing reintroductions, and to avoid zoonoses.
Methods:
We aimed to obtain physiological and haematological values, morphometry and parasitological status of 26 bearded capuchins in two rescue centres in Northeast Brazil.
Results:
We found sex- and age-related differences in respiratory rate, body weight and body mass index, but not haematology. The haematological values obtained were significantly different from published data but within the reference intervals for the species. Animals infected with Ancylostoma spp. had significantly lower values in the parameters: haemoglobin concentration, mean corpuscular volume and mean corpuscular haemoglobin concentration than non-infected individuals.
Conclusion:
Physiological and haematological values of rescued capuchins were similar to those found in previous studies. Ancylostomiasis appears to cause alterations to haematological values of this species.
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