Weights, hematology and serum chemistry of free-ranging brown boobies (Sula leucogaster) in Johnston Atoll, Central Pacific
January 1, 1999
Hematologic and serum chemistry values are reported for 105 brown boobies (Sula leucogaster) from Johnston Atoll, Central Pacific. Hematocrit, estimated total plasma solids, total and differential white cell counts, serum glucose, calcium, phosphorus, uric acid, total protein, albumin, globulin, aspartate aminotransferase, and creatinine phosphokinase were analyzed. Hematologic and serum chemistry values varied with age and sex. Values were compared with those of red-footed boobies and other tropical and temperate marine pelecaniforms.
Citation Information
Publication Year | 1999 |
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Title | Weights, hematology and serum chemistry of free-ranging brown boobies (Sula leucogaster) in Johnston Atoll, Central Pacific |
Authors | Thierry M. Work |
Publication Type | Article |
Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
Series Title | Journal of Zoo and Wildlife Medicine |
Index ID | 1004018 |
Record Source | USGS Publications Warehouse |
USGS Organization | National Wildlife Health Center |