Kingfishers

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TRAUMA

Concussion

Clinical signs – unconsciousness. Immediate non response to stimuli, loss of corneal reflex, dilated pupils, muscle weakness.
Diagnosis – clinical signs
Treatment –as for standard bird head trauma
Comments – difficult to keep in captivity

Fractures

Clinical signs – occasional broken wings
Diagnosis – radiology
Treatment –as for general bird fracture treatment
Comments – difficult to keep in captivity