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| WLD2138 - Wildlife Handling Techniques |
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This course provides practical methods and technical information for conducting effective, efficient, and safe wildlife handling operations. It focuses on chemical immobilization and covers most aspects of animal processing. The course emphasizes professional and humane animal handling as well as thorough preparation and organization. Instruction takes place in the classroom and in the field.
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| College Credit |
2 semester hours |
| Who Should Attend: |
Service biologists, managers, and others needing practical chemical immobilization training for mammals and practice handling animals (birds and mammals). The course provides background knowledge for ES and refuge biologists who review scientific take permits, need to evaluate animal handling techniques, or are handling animals in the field. |
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| Understand basic veterinary procedures for animal care and handling. Understand the advantages and disadvantages of drug delivery systems. Initiate a five-step preparation method for organizing field operations when handling animals. Convey professional skills and attitudes to media and public interest groups. Address safety concerns for field personnel and the public. Practice successful and efficient animal chemical captures. |
| Length: 4 days/32 hours |
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Availability: By request |
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Dave Lemarie |
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dave lemarie@fws.gov |
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(304) 876-7490 |
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National Conservation Training Center
698 Conservation Way
Shepherdstown, West Virginia 25443
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