What is it about?
We report an outbreak of sarcoptic mange in Arabian oryx and gave an example how to control such an outbreak using medicated pellets.
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Why is it important?
Sarcoptic mange is highly contageous. If not controlled, it may kill the host, especially under harsh conditions of the Arabian desert.
Perspectives
It is necessary to monitor the health status of the oryx by periodical visits to the fields and to intervene.
Rolf K. Dr. Schuster
Central Veterinary Research Laboratory
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This page is a summary of: An Outbreak of Sarcoptic Mange in Free-Ranging Arabian Oryx (Oryx leucoryx) in the United Arab Emirates, and Treatment with Ivermectin-Medicated Pelleted Feed, Journal of Wildlife Diseases, October 2023, Wildlife Disease Association,
DOI: 10.7589/jwd-d-22-00180.
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