Publications by authors named "Deborah A Carboni"
There are no studies to date on the normal reproductive physiology of African white-bellied pangolins (). As a reclusive species, little is known about normal gestation, successful parturition, and potential complications during pregnancy. Ten female were diagnosed as pregnant and monitored under professional care.
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- The study aimed to assess tear production in Hispaniolan Amazon parrots using the phenol red thread test (PRTT) and Schirmer tear test (STT) before and after applying an anesthetic.
- During the tests, 24 parrots underwent a thorough eye examination over four weeks, measuring PRTT and STT both with and without anesthetic.
- Results showed that while the PRTT values remained consistent, the STT values dropped significantly with anesthesia, highlighting the effectiveness of both tests but pointing to differences in how anesthesia impacts measurements.
A 2-year-old sun conure (Aratinga solstitialis) was examined because of acute lethargy and depression. Physical examination revealed severe weakness with ventroflexion of the head and neck and seizure episodes precipitated by handling. Empirical and supportive care was instituted, and serial diagnostic testing revealed no specific diagnosis or etiology.
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