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A Tragic Lesson in Wildlife Rescue: The Case of a Chinkara Fawn and the Implications for Capture Myopathy

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Wildlife conservation efforts are often fraught with challenges, especially in the context of rescuing injured or orphaned animals. This case study examines the tragic death of a 4-month-old chinkara (Indian gazelle) fawn, which highlights the importance of proper handling, the physiology of wildlife species, and the potential impact of stress-induced conditions like capture myopathy (CM). Despite well-meaning intervention by local villagers, improper rescue procedures led to overstimulation and physical stress, ultimately resulting in the animal's demise. This case underscores the need for enhanced public awareness, the development of standardized rescue protocols, and further research into CM to improve the survival rate of rescued wildlife.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.14205717

Author: Dr. Shivangi Diwedi

Language: English

Topic: Animal Behavior and Welfare Studies

Subfield: Small Animals

Field: Veterinary

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: green

OpenAlex ID: W6893108589

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