Hematological and serum biochemical parameters of the captive long-legged buzzard (Buteo rufinus) in Iran.

Background: Although normal haematological and serum biochemical values for both pet and wild birds have been published, little information is available on the haematological and serum biochemical values in long-legged buzzards (Buteo rufinus).

Objectives: This is the first study that aimed to define reference values of haematological, biochemical parameters, and protein electrophoretic fractions of long-legged buzzards in Iran.

Methods: Blood samples were collected from 30 clinically healthy adult long-legged buzzards of both sexes.