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Meet the breed: Abyssinian 🐈 Have you heard about the Abyssinian cat? The Abyssinian cat is one of the oldest known breeds: a cat named Zula was imported from Abyssinia (now Ethiopia) and won the 3rd prize at the Crystal Palace Show in 1871. 🐱 The Abyssinian is a medium sized breed, with an elegant appearance, resembling the paintings of Ancient Egypt cats. Its broad and set aside ears and large almond eyes, give the Abyssinian cat its typical alert look. 👁️ The colorful short-haired coat shows the typical distinct and even ticked pattern. Abyssinians are highly active and playful cats with lot energy throughout their lives. Known for their intelligence, they enjoy engaging in interactive games. Curious by nature, Abyssinians love exploring their surroundings and may investigate new things. Very social cats, they form strong bonds with their human companions and may follow them around, wanting to help. Natural climbers, they enjoy exploring high places. Abyssinian cats can suffer from an inherited disease called pyruvate kinase deficiency that can cause anemia. There is a genetic test for this disease, and you should check with the breeder if their cats have been tested. Abyssinian cats can also have eye problem called progressive retinal atrophy, which causes progressive blindness and there is a genetic test for this disease as well. 👉🏻 Credit: @zeus_of_norway Cattery Rosa Glauca Cattery Thylandias #catvet #felineveterinarian #felinemedicine #cathealth #breed #meetthebreed #abyssianian #abyssianiancat

Reptiles - Crocodiles, Alligators, Lizards, Snakes, Turtles Today there are 6,800 reptile species on earth; the major groups are alligators and crocodiles, turtles, lizards, and snakes. Reptiles are tetrapods and amniotes, animals whose embryos are surrounded by an amniotic membrane. Today they are represented by four surviving orders: crocodilia (crocodiles, caimans and alligators), sphenodontia (tuataras from New Zealand, squamata (lizards, snakes and amphisbaenids - "worm-lizards"), and testudines (turtles). https://lnkd.in/ejHk6ktJ

🌊🐟 Did You Know? The Animal Kingdom is Full of Surprises! In the world of wildlife, we often think of mothers as the primary caregivers. But here’s an astonishing twist: some male animals take on the extraordinary role of pregnancy! Yes, you read that right! 💡 Enter the Seahorse: Among the fascinating Syngnathidae family, male seahorses carry the responsibility of gestation. That’s right! After a unique mating dance, the female transfers her eggs into the male’s specialized pouch, where he nurtures them until they hatch. This role reversal is not just rare; it challenges our conventional notions of parenting in nature. The male seahorse protects and nurtures the young, showcasing the beauty of diversity in the animal kingdom. 🌍 These incredible creatures can be found in oceans around the globe, reminding us that there’s always more to learn about the world around us. Let’s celebrate the wonders of nature and the remarkable roles played by different species. Share your thoughts on other surprising animal behaviors in the comments below! 🦑🐙 #AmazingAnimals #Seahorse #Nature #Wildlife #Parenting #Diversity #Biology

43 young female rhesus macaque 'fugitives' have 'busted out' from the Alpha Genesis research centre in the US. Yet another tragic story about animals temporarily escaping from their life of suffering - their desperate attempt to seek freedom. https://lnkd.in/eNmaFsUP Alpha Genesis boast on their website that they “provides the highest quality nonhuman primate products and bio-research services world-wide”. Almost always treated as the 'light' end-of-news story, coverage of escapes rarely talks about the horror of the life that each animal has endured, or the fate that lies ahead of them. As well as addressing the poor 'science' that these monkeys will suffer for, and the long-overdue evolution to non-animal human-relevant science, we also urgently need to change how we talk about animals. Not fugitives, or products, these are sentient individuals who, just like us, have the right to their own life, one free from captivity and suffering. How different might this story be if it were dogs that had escaped from an abusive breeder? #animals #animaltesting #monkeys #animalrights

Swimmer Syndrome in Wildlife: Causes, Identification, and Rehabilitation As wildlife professionals, we encounter various health issues affecting animals in our care. Recently, our zoo's tiger cub presented with Swimmer Syndrome, a developmental orthopedic condition. What is Swimmer Syndrome? Swimmer Syndrome is characterized by abnormal posture, where the cub's legs splay outward, resembling a swimmer's stance. This condition often results from factors like: - Genetic predisposition - Nutritional deficiencies - Inadequate denning or enclosure space Identification and Treatment: Our team swiftly identified the condition and initiated a targeted rehabilitation program. We employed gentle massage techniques to enhance blood flow and muscle relaxation, followed by exercises focused on improving muscle motility and posture management. Watch our video to learn more about: - Causes and risk factors - Clinical signs and diagnosis - Rehabilitation strategies and techniques Collaboration and early intervention are crucial in addressing Swimmer Syndrome. Share your experiences or questions on wildlife rehabilitation. Appreciation to Huzaifa Ben Rafiq for keeping it consistent ; and Nadir Abbas and Muhammad Hammad for keeping it consistent #WildlifeRehabilitation #SwimmerSyndrome #ZooMedicine #WildlifeCare #ConservationEfforts #RehabilitationTechniques

Aging in reverse: Comb jellies can transform from adult to juvenile : A recent study has revealed the extraordinary capacity for reverse development in the ctenophore, or comb jelly, specifically in the species Mnemiopsis leidyi. Comb jellies seem to use the strategy of aging in reverse as a survival strategy when they are under pressure. #AgingInReverse #CombJellies #MarineBiology #AnimalRegeneration #LifeCycle #ScientificDiscovery #OceanLife #EvolutionaryBiology #NatureScience #EarthDotCom #EarthSnap #Earth

European wildcats can be found throughout Europe, from the Iberian Peninsula and France to the Balkans and Scandinavia, living in forests, woodlands, and rural areas. Due to their elusive nature and sensitivity to stress, managing them requires careful handling and sedation. We came across an insightful article that covers box trapping, immobilisation, and anaesthesia monitoring for European wildcats...a fantastic read! Link: https://buff.ly/3WJmDuY #WildlifePharmaceuticals #Anaesthesia #EuropeanWildcat #WildlifeResearch #WildlifeConservation #WildcatConservation #SedationTechniques

It was a pleasure to present my first PhD project at this year's conference in Glasgow #ECSS2024 . Topic: "Association of Skeletal Muscle Hypertrophy with Fat Mass and Glucose Homeostasis - A Systematic Review of Human and Animal Studies". Looking forward to future projects and conferences. #glasgow #exercisescience #sportscience #exerciseismedicine #musclehypertrophy

Interesting Facts Kangaroos can’t walk backward. Kangaroos are one of several biologically unique creatures endemic to Australia. One of their most unusual traits is that their long hind feet and muscular tails prevent them from being able to walk backward except with great difficulty. In fact, kangaroos can’t even really walk forward like other animals. Instead, they ambulate using a hopping motion called saltation in which their hind feet touch the ground synchronously instead of alternating one at a time. They also use their long tails to balance and propel themselves forward, almost like a third hind leg. This physiological composition makes it effectively impossible for kangaroos to walk or hop backward, as their tails are far too heavy and cumbersome to allow for easy reverse navigation. When they do want to move “backward,” they do so by turning around and facing that direction. Much like their marsupial mates, emus, another endemic Australian creature, also struggle to walk backward. While these large, flightless birds are capable of sprinting at speeds of up to 31 mph, they can only do so facing forward. When they do move backward, they’re forced to do so very slowly. It’s believed that their knee joints, in addition to their long legs and unusual body shape, prevent them from moving quickly in reverse. Given this shared difficulty in backing up, it’s worth noting that both the kangaroo and the emu also share the distinction of appearing on Australia’s Commonwealth Coat of Arms. According to the country’s Department of the Prime Minister and Cabinet, the animals were chosen to symbolize a country that’s always moving forward rather than backward.

At SWC, we support open dialogue on the use of animals in research and we are committed to transparent communication of our research. Today the UK Home Office published the 2023 Animal Research Statistics report. Alongside research organisations across the country, we’ve published our annual #AnimalStats, explaining the numbers and types of animals used at SWC in 2023. View our latest statistics and find out more about how we are minimising the use of animals while advancing #neuroscience research: https://lnkd.in/euGkkiwA #AnimalResearch #ConcordatOpenness Understanding Animal Research