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Hematologic and serum biochemical reference intervals for Florida panthers

M R Dunbar1, P Nol, S B Linda

  • 1Wildlife Research Laboratory, Florida Game and Fresh Water Fish Commission, Gainesville 32601, USA.

Journal of Wildlife Diseases
|December 10, 1997
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Hematological and biochemical profiles of Florida panthers (Felis concolor coryi) varied by geographic location and age. Northern panthers showed higher red blood cell counts, hemoglobin, and packed cell volume than southern ones.

Area of Science:

  • Veterinary Medicine
  • Wildlife Biology
  • Conservation Science

Background:

  • Florida panthers (Felis concolor coryi) are an endangered subspecies requiring health monitoring.
  • Understanding hematological and biochemical baselines is crucial for assessing panther health and conservation efforts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To establish reference ranges for hematological and serum biochemical parameters in free-ranging Florida panthers.
  • To investigate variations in these parameters based on geographic location, age, and genetic stock.

Main Methods:

  • Collected 94 blood samples from 48 free-ranging Florida panthers (1983-1994).
  • Performed routine hematological and serum biochemical analyses.
  • Analyzed data for differences related to geographic region (northern vs. southern Florida), age (adult vs. juvenile), and genetic stock (intergrade vs. authentic).

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Main Results:

  • Panthers in northern Florida had significantly higher red blood cell counts, hemoglobin, and packed cell volume than those in southern Florida.
  • Adult panthers exhibited higher serum total protein and packed cell volume, while juveniles had higher serum albumin and calcium concentrations.
  • Panthers of intergrade genetic stock displayed significantly higher serum iron concentrations compared to those of authentic genetic stock.

Conclusions:

  • Geographic location, age, and genetic stock influence hematological and biochemical profiles in Florida panthers.
  • These findings provide valuable reference data for wildlife veterinarians and conservationists managing this endangered population.
  • Further research may elucidate the ecological and physiological factors driving these observed variations.