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Volume 16 Issue 1

Winter 2016 Published semiannually

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NWRA SYMPOSIUM 2016EMBASSY SUITES BY HILTON

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From an attendee and NWRA member:NWRA is my primary source of current and reliable information. I eagerly await the symposium announcement and the program content never disappoints me! I always find plenty of choices in the concurrent sessions and extremely valuable instruction in the hands-on workshops. Not only do I find much needed high quality instruction regarding wildlife care, but also opportunities to learn about effective fundraising and public relations, strategies for recruiting volunteer help and cooperating with agencies, best ways to teach concerned citizens to understand and preserve wildlife and habitat―I could go on and on! I can actually talk with speakers and ask them questions! There are so many choices, I wish I could clone myself and attend more of them!

Great Free Hotel AdditionsThe NWRA Symposium Committee once again found a hotel for 2016 with great free additions for attendees staying in

Inside This Issue

Symposium 2016 1

Presidents' Message 2

NWRA News and Opportunities 3 & 4

News from the Field 5, 6 & 11

Board Meeting Summary 7

Upcoming Conferences 8

Rehabilitation Resources 8, 9 & 10

the hotel! All rooms in the Embassy Suites by Hilton in Norman, OK are two-room suites. The living room-like second room contains a sleeper sofa, in addition to the bed(s) in the sleeping room. All rooms also have a refrigerator and microwave in the suite. Even more exciting, hotel guests receive a free cooked-to-order breakfast every morning! At the end of the day, free light snacks and beverages are available to enjoy while networking with others.

Not only do these free extras help save you money, they also add

to making the NWRA Symposium 2016 even more enjoyable for all! Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to learn from some of the best in the field, expand your resources for assistance, meet and talk with well known and recognized wildlife veterinarians, and the many other wildlife rehabilitators and educators who go through the same challenges and successes you often face.

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Symposium 2016

The Wildlife Rehabilitator’s mission is to inform NWRA members of association matters, including business, opportunities, information, and to share announcements, tips, and resources among members.The Wildlife Rehabilitator is published semiannually by the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association. Member articles and announcements are welcome. Electronic submissions preferred; email to the Central Office, [email protected]. Deadline for the summer issue is April 15, for the winter issue is October 15.

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NWRA NEWS AND OPPORTUNITIES

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President's Messageby Richard Grant

It was 1983 and Howell Nature Center, Michigan, was a new and struggling Center that had just put a shingle on the door announcing to the world we were a wildlife rehabilitation center. We had no idea what we were doing, and then I heard about this new group called the National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA) and that they were meeting in Chicago, not too far from my Michigan home.

I attended that Chicago symposium; it changed the Center and me forever. I went year-after-year, soaking up every tidbit presented and would like to think our Center grew as an organization along with NWRA.

Thirty-two years later, our Center has done some great things and we owe it all to NWRA! To give back, I started on the NWRA board in 2008 and now I have the honor of serving as NWRA President. I am fi lling some very large shoes; Elaine Thrune has done a tremendous job during her most recent two-year tenure and I am very fortunate to have her as Past President to make my transition smooth. I am excited for this position and I promise to work hard for all of the NWRA members.

Past President’s Messageby Elaine Thrune

During my two-year term as President, I was privileged to help guide and be a part of many NWRA projects and services. It was rewarding to help select scholarship recipients from among many deserving applicants. It was amazing to see revisions to some of our books begin to take shape, the authors and editors focused on helping our members get the best information possible. I was astounded at the complexity of the symposium processes and the dedication to quality and fairness on the part of all involved. It was satisfying to work on an Executive Committee team of leaders devoted to keeping NWRA strong and healthy. Now, I am pleased to hand over the Presidency to Dick Grant and to assist him in an advisory capacity.

Of course, I remain a board member and volunteer with various duties for symposia, fi nances, publications, and help in any other way my skills and knowledge are useful.Thank you to NWRA Board Members for the opportunity to be President. And, thank you to NWRA members for your dedication to wildlife, your assistance to each other, and your support of our organization.

NWRA incorporated August 25, 1982 as a not-for-profi t corporation in the State of Illinois, USA. IRS 501c3 status ensures that donations are tax deductible as allowed by law. Employer identifi cation number 37-1143442.

Editorial Staff

Lessie Davis Editor Debra Dohrmann Layout MaryJo Holewa Advertising

I believe there is a subtle magnetism in Nature, which, if we unconsciously yield to it,

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The reason birds can fly and we can'tis simply that they have perfect faith,for faith is necessary to have wings.

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First Call for Nominations tothe NWRA Board of DirectorsThe Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for the Board of Directors. Each term is four years. Canadians and other international members are encouraged to nominate candidates. Eight positions will be open. All positions need not be filled; the bylaws require a minimum of 13 and a maximum of 18 directors. Duties—Board members represent you, the membership; they are not selected by the board. Positions are not honorary; they are working positions. Board members must (among other things) work together to control and manage the organization’s activities, finances, and to uphold the bylaws. Each must participate in board and planning meetings held the day before the annual symposium and again in the fall (usually a three-day weekend), answer board correspondence, participate in conference calls, volunteer for and accept committee assignments, devote time to further the goals and purposes of the Association, and have some administrative and leadership skills. Board members are not paid.Requirements—Only voting members of NWRA may submit nominations. Nominees must be current NWRA members and must fall into one of two categories: individuals that have been or presently are an active wildlife rehabilitator; or, individuals with an understanding of NWRA and the profession. For both categories, individuals should have served on an NWRA committee for at least one year or contributed in other ways to the organization (other than financial).Nomination Procedure—Contact the person(s) you feel would make good board member(s) and discuss it with them. You may nominate yourself. Nominees should request an Application for Board Position from and direct questions to: Michele Goodman c/o NWRA Office, 320-230-9920, or [email protected]. Nominees are required to submit their completed application, a brief biography (to be sent out with the ballots), and a letter of intent concerning their desire to serve and work on the board. New applicants must obtain two letters of recommendation; incumbents need supply only one letter of recommendation. Election Procedure—Nominees approved by the Nominating Committee are submitted to the membership for election. Ballots containing names and biographical information are sent to all current NWRA members in November 2016. Election is by secret ballot with a simple majority vote (50% + 1 yes votes for each candidate) of the members responding. Newly elected directors are expected to attend the board meeting preceding the 2017 Symposium.

More detailed information at http://nwrawildlife.site-ym.com/?page=Board

COMPLETED APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY15 AUGUST 2016

Offi cer Election Results

Offi cer elections are held at the NWRA midyear board meeting in the fall. The President’s term is for two years and other offi cer positions are for one year. Individuals must be reelected at the end of each term to continue serving in an offi cer position.

Congratulations to Richard Grant, President; Barbara Suto, Treasurer; Michele Goodman, Secretary; and Lisa Smith, Leslie Lattimore, and Dave McRuer, Vice Presidents. Elaine Thrune is now serving as Past President. Offi cer terms began 9 November 2015.

Board Changes

Congratulations to newly elected NWRA board member Bettina Bowers (TN), and to reelected incumbents Richard Grant (MI) and Leslie Lattimore (LA). Terms begin 8 March 2016.

Thank You Donors!

Thank you sincerely to the following for contributions supporting NWRA and our members helping wildlife.

The Barkley Fund made an exceptionally generous contribution of $25,000 in general support of the NWRA mission and programs.

A donor who wishes to remain anonymous contributed in memory of Walter Crawford, funding a scholarship to Symposium 2016 and sponsoring the Raptor Session at Symposium 2016.

Minnesota Wildlife Assistance Cooperative contributed the balance in their treasury upon dissolving the organization.

Members and non-members made donations through the NWRA website and on Give to the Max Day in Minnesota.

As of 31 December, more than a hundred members have given cash contributions ranging from $5 to $1,000. Members also contributed to the Pam Reger Keynote Speaker Fund and the NWRA Cage Building Scholarship Fund. Thank you to all!

Symposium registrants are contributing to Friends of Symposium 2016 (acknowledgements to be listed in the summer newsletter and at the Symposium).

All thirteen board members made fi nancial contributions. John Frink and Erica Miller, Nick and Leslie Lattimore, and, Steve and Elaine Thrune, donated cases for audio-visual equipment and easels.

Your contributions are greatly appreciated!



Annual NWRA Membership MeetingAll NWRA members have an open invitation to the 2016 Annual Membership Meeting held Wednesday 9 March at 8:00 am during the Symposium. The agenda includes a chance to meet staff and board members, an update on NWRA activities and programs, announcement of NWRA scholarship and grant programs winners, and a chance for you and other members to ask questions or seek more information.

Meeting Just for New MembersJoin other new members at Symposium 2016 in the Meet & Greet presentation Tuesday evening 8 March at 5:30 pm. You meet others just like yourself who are new, meet the NWRA board members, learn more about NWRA, and the Symposium. You can ask questions, get helpful Symposium Program information, and obtain a new set of friends and resources.

CE Approved for OK Vets and Vet Techs NWRA is pleased to announce 61 hours of approved continuing education for Oklahoma licensed veterinarians and veterinary technicians available during NWRA Symposium 2016 in Oklahoma. All presentations,

NWRA Annual ReportsEach year, soon after completion of the NWRA annual audit, the Annual Report is prepared and posted on the NWRA website for you, potential donors, or other interested parties to read. The Annual Report provides an in depth look at all the NWRA programs, accomplishments, plans, and goals. You might be surprised at how much NWRA is doing for you and other rehabilitators and for wildlife too!

For if one link in nature's chain might be lost,another might be lost, until the whole of things

will vanish piecemeal.

Thomas Jefferson

lectures, and hands-on workshops taught by veterinarians are accepted. NWRA provides an attendance form listing presentations; each attendee is responsible for asking the session moderator to sign for presentations attended and for returning the form to the NWRA Registration Table during the symposium. NWRA verifies attendance and sends forms to the OK Board of Veterinary Medicine. Veterinarians and technicians from outside Oklahoma may use the same form; however, you should send the form to your state board for credit.

A one year membership includes the following benefi ts

The semiannual journal, Wildlife Rehabilition BulletinThe semiannual newslett er, The Wildlife RehabilitatorDiscounts on NWRA merchandise, publications, and registration for the annual NWRA SymposiumA copy of the annual Membership Directory

Member emails fi lled with timely information

Member only sales

Membership Categories*Active: Full individual benefi ts...............$50Student: Same as Active; must provide proof of full time student status............................................$30Family: Full benefi ts for two people per household: One copy of the Directory, journal, and newslett er.................................................$90Lifetime: Full individual benefi ts. One-time minimum payment of $1,500. Payment plans available.Lifetime Family: Full benefi ts for two people per household: One copy of the Directory, journal, and newslett er. One-time minimum $2,500 payment. Payment plans available.

*Memberships run January-December. Canadians add $20 for postage. All other internationals add $35. Please send money order in US funds.

If you wish to join, or would like more information, contact us at (320) 230-9920 or visit our website at <www.NWRAwildlife.org>.

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NEWS AND NOTES FROM THE FIELD

Need a Job? Have a Job Opening?NWRA maintains a listing of current job openings

and intern- or externships available with easy online search options.

Organizations with openings can fill anonline form quickly to advertise the positions.

Go to the NWRA website to access both.www.NWRAwildlife.org, then click Careers.

Migratory Birds Need More Protected LandRunge, C. A., J. R. E. M. Watson, et al. Dec 2015. Protected Areas and Global Conservation of Migratory Birds. Science. 350 (6265): 1255-1258.

Migratory species depend on a suite of interconnected sites. Threats to unprotected links in these chains of sites are driving rapid population declines of migrants around the world, yet the extent to which different parts of the annual cycle are protected remains unknown. Authors show in 1451 migratory birds, just 9 percent are adequately covered by protected areas across all stages of their annual cycle, in comparison with 45 percent of nonmigratory birds. This discrepancy is driven by protected area placement that does not cover the full annual cycle of migratory species, indicating that global efforts toward coordinated conservation planning for migrants are yet to bear fruit. Better-targeted investment and enhanced coordination among countries are needed to conserve migratory species throughout their migratory cycle. Summary by Discovery:http://news.discovery.com/animals/migratory-birds-threatened-by-poor-habitat-protection-151204.htm.

US Fish & Wildlife Service Offers Educator ResourcesIn celebration of the 100-year anniversary of the Migratory Bird Treaty, US Fish & Wildlife Service (USFWS) offers study tools, online broadcasts, and an opportunity for students to speak with Service employees. Broadcasts are the third Wednesday of each month at 2:00 pm and are geared for 10- to 15-year-old young people. To access prior webcasts, lesson plans, and other resources go to http://nctc.fws.gov/conservationconnect/. Webcasts available at nctc.fws.gov/broadcasts and teaser previews of broadcasts available at http://bcove.me/ia2gqm4v.

US Fish & Wildlife Service Tribal AgreementAfter two years of cooperative work between 16 Native American Tribes and the US Fish & Wildlife Service, a new agreement was reached. The revised policy guides broader, more open and collaborative dialogue and working relations between the Service and federally recognized tribes and Native Alaskans. Native tribal people protected and recognized the importance of natural resources and are connected to them via cultural, spiritual, and ecological practices. New policy is available at http://www.fws.gov/policy/510fw1.html.

Vivid Reminder of Zoonotic Disease Danger

A volunteer from NANNA (Northamptonshire Animals in Need of Nurturing and Adoption, in Irthlingborough, Great Britain) contracted leptospirosis and died. NANNA works with domestic, exotic, and wild species, so infection (if it is determined the volunteer was exposed at NANNA) may have come from any number of different species.

Instructing volunteers on the proper use of personal protective gear (PPG) and ensuring they use the gear with wildlife is more important than ever.http://www.northantstelegraph.co.uk/news/top-stories/irthlingborough-animal-shelter-volunteer-dies-after-contracting-killer-bug-1-7118823.

Distemper in WildlifeWildlife in the Mesquite, Texas area have been confi rmed to be ill with distemper. One fox and 18 raccoons displayed symptoms associated with the distemper virus. http://thescoopblog.dallasnews.com/2016/01/mesquite-offi cials-confi rm-distemper-outbreak-in-area-wildlife.html/.

Marine Mammals and PCBsThe manmade chemical PCB (polychlorinated biphenyl), outlawed in the US in 1979 because of toxicity to humans, has remained in the environment and oceans. A European study of more than 1,000 stranded marine mammals (and other species) found “dangerously high levels” of PCBs in killer whales and dolphins. http://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-35302957 and full study details http://www.nature.com/articles/srep18573.

California Wildlife AlertA gas leak discovered in October 2015 in Aliso Canyon is releasing huge amounts of methane and carbon dioxide and the gas is causing illness in domestic pets. Illnesses display variable and multiple symptoms, including gastrointestinal, skin rashes, pancreatitis, nosebleeds, and conjunctivitis. Quite likely, wildlife also is being affected and rehabilitators should be aware of possible illness from gas exposure. http://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/Porter-Ranch-Gas-Leak-Affecting-Pets-Vet-365718141.html.

Attendees, don’tforget to pick up your Symposium

Continuing Education Certificatesbefore leaving Oklahoma.

Certificates are not mailed after Symposium.



Elephants in Africa Poisoned

After the discovery since September 2015 of about 60 poisoned elephants and another 22 in October 2015, another dead elephant was found 17 January 2016. This elephant also appears to have been poisoned with cyanide and the poachers had not yet removed the tusks from the recent animal.http://allafrica.com/stories/201601181123.html.

Zoonosis Reports

United States—The US CDC found over half US counties have tick species that carry Lyme disease. Once a disease of the northeast, the ticks and disease have now spread both west and south. Lyme disease, caused by the bacteria Borrelia burgdorferi, is also found in forested areas of Asia, and in northwestern, central, and eastern Europe. http://nypost.com/2016/01/18/ticks-carrying-lyme-disease-in-almost-half-of-us-counties/.

New Mexico—The La Tierra Trails area near Santa Fe appears to have plague infested fl eas causing domestic pets who range or who are hiking with their owners to become infected. http://www.kob.com/article/stories/s4017810.shtml#.Vpko7hXhDIU.

New Mexico—The fi rst report of human hantavirus infection in 2016 occurred in Sandoval County. Since the identifi cation of the virus in 1993, New Mexico has reported more human cases than any other US state. http://www.beaumontenterprise.com/news/article/Sandoval-County-woman-hospitalized-with-hantavirus-6807455.php.

Indiana—Offi cials in southwestern IN are working to quarantine, contain, and prevent spread of avian infl uenza AI) in 10 poultry facilities. The US confi rmed both a high pathogenic H7N8 and low pathogenic strains. While many AI strains can infect humans, usually with very close contact with infected birds, not all strains have been shown to infect humans. http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-01-18/rapid-response-may-contain-further-

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National Wildlife Rehabilitators AssociationBoard of Directors

January 2016

President Richard Grant Past President Elaine Thrune Vice Presidents Leslie Lattimore Dave McRuer, DVM Lisa Smith Treasurer Barbara Suto Secretary Michele Goodman, VMD Board Members Jennifer Convy Sherri Cox, DVM Rebecca Duerr, DVM, PhD Jenny Schlieps Renee Schott, DVM Kathy Stelford

Beautiful Photos by Symposium Keynote Speaker

Joel Sartore is the NWRA Symposium 2016 keynote speaker and the two links below clearly show his passion and mission to try and halt extinction and teach humans that each animal is unique and worthy of preserving. The photos truly are incredible!http://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-photo-ark-preserving-species-before-they-disappear/ and http://animals.nationalgeographic.com/animals/photo-ark/.

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Oregon—A western Umatilla County resident was diagnosed with hantavirus pulmonary syndrome (HPS) in December 2015 after exposure to mouse droppings.http://www.mycolumbiabasin.com/2016/02/12/hantavirus-syndrome-diagnosed-in-county/.

South Carolina—A horse in the Rock Hill area of York County (near NC border) tested positive for rabies on 11 January. Two people caring for the horse may have been exposed and were referred to their medical care providers. In addition, near Murrells Inlet, a Georgetown County resident is receiving treatment after handling without gloves a dead raccoon that tested positive for rabies.http://www.thehorse.com/articles/36986/york-county-south-carolina-horse-tests-positive-for-rabies and http://www.myrtlebeachonline.com/news/local/article59816021.html.

Georgia—A woman that feeds feral cats in the Highland Park area of Brunswick (Glynn County) was bitten by one of the cats, which tested positive for rabies. http://www.news4jax.com/news/georgia/woman-bitten-by-cat-with-rabies-in-glynn-county.

BOARD MEETING SUMMARY


Summary of the Board of DirectorsMidyear MeetingPrepared by Michele Goodman, Secretary

The 2015 midyear meeting of the NWRA Board of Directors took place on 10 October in Norman, Oklahoma. Eleven board members were present. The Central Offi ce Manager and Publications Manager participated in the meeting via conference call.

Board members and committee chairs distributed written reports to all board members prior to the meeting. The Secretary reported that fi ve votes were taken by the full board since the March meeting. Account balances were reviewed by the Treasurer and, as of 31 August 2015, balances totaled $717,724. This amount includes restricted and designated funds that only can be used for specifi c purposes.

Publications Committee continues to work on several new publications that will be complete in 2016, including a new and fully updated Pharmaceutical Index, an updated edition of Wildlife In Education, and new volumes of Topics in Wildlife Medicine. Jenny Schlieps was voted in as the new Publications Committee Chair. The Publications Manager is working to deliver the Bulletin to the printer.

Central Offi ce Manager distributed Bookkeeper/Accounting Clerk reports and detailed Sales/Central Offi ce Manager reports for periods ending 30 September 2015. The Business Manager continues to work with donors who wish to provide scholarships to benefi t NWRA members. The entire Central Offi ce Staff has been working diligently to ensure the success of the new website that was launched in early October.

The Planning Committee facilitated a half-day meeting on 9 October 2015. With the full support of the Board of Directors, Human Resources Committee will be moving forward to hiring an Executive Director for the NWRA. Finance Committee met 9 October 2015 and prepared a number of recommendations voted on by the Board of Directors. The Honors, Awards and Grants Committee is reviewing submitted applications to distribute awards and grants at Symposium 2016. Standards Committee continues to work on the fi fth edition of Minimum Standards and has a meeting planned with the IWRC Standards Committee Chair next month.

The Nominating Committee reviewed applicants and prepared the ballot to be mailed to all NWRA members. The results of the election will be available in March 2016. The Nominating Committee facilitated voting offi cers onto the Executive Committee and the results are Richard Grant–President; Elaine Thrune–Past President; Leslie Lattimore, Lisa Smith, and Dave McRuer–Vice Presidents; Michele Goodman–Secretary, and Barbara Suto–Treasurer.

Information Management Committee reports the new website has launched and member renewals now can take place through the website. The plan is to start accepting Symposium registrations online for the 2017 Symposium. The Education Committee is working on several publications, including the second edition for Introduction to Wildlife Education Programming. The Education Committee also has been working to assemble educational programs themed papers for Symposium 2016. Public Education and Outreach Committee continues to provide press releases available to members.

Veterinary Committee secured a grant for the Wildlife Medicine Course for the next three years and continues to work on both the Topics in Wildlife Medicine publication series and on the various Policy Statements on the NWRA Website. The Scholarship Committee is reviewing Scholarship applications for Symposium 2016. Membership Committee plans to conduct a new member orientation at the new member meeting at the 2016 Symposium and currently is reviewing membership categories.

The Conference Committee planning and implementation for the 2016 Symposium is well underway. The Human Resources Committee is working to fi ll the Conference Manager position and is actively working towards hiring an Executive Director. No New Business was discussed.

The next NWRA board meeting will be held in the spring of 2016 at the site of the Symposium.

Complete transcripts of the October NWRA Board of Directors meeting minutes are available from the Central

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REHABILITATION RESOURCES


Upcoming Conferences

• March 4-6, 2016, Wildlife Rehabilitator's Network of BC Conference. www.wrnbc.org/conference

• March 5-6, 2016, Wisconsin Exotic Animal Veterinary Conference. University of Wisconsin-School of Veterinary Medicine. Madison, WI. www.vetmed.wisc.edu/ce

• March 8-12, 2016, National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association (NWRA) Annual Symposium at the Embassy Suites, Norman, Oklahoma. www.NWRAwildlife.org.

• May 3-6, 2016, Basic Raptor Rehabilitation Workshop, The Raptor Center, St. Paul, MN. www.raptor.umn.edu/training/classes-and-workshops/ basic-raptor-rehabilitation-workshop

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“Wisdom” Does it Again

The world’s oldest banded bird, a Laysan albatross (Phoebastria immutabilis) nicknamed Wisdom, now 65-years-old, just hatched a healthy chick on Midway Atoll National Wildlife Refuge. This new chick could be the 40th chick Wisdom has hatched. Wisdom is breaking her own records and giving scientists monitoring her an entirely new view of what is possible for birds. More information with photos of both birds: http://www.upi.com/Science_News/2016/02/10/65-year-old-Laysan-albatross-hatches-40th-chick/4721455130086/.

Newly Formed Cory’s Shearwater Colony

Munila, I., M. Genovant, V. H. Paiva, and A. Velando. 2016. Colony Foundation in an Oceanic Seabird. PLoS One 11(2).

Seabirds are colonial vertebrates that, despite their great potential for long-range dispersal and colonization, are reluctant to establish in novel locations, often recruiting close to their natal colony. The foundation of colonies is, therefore, a rare event in most seabird species and little is known about the colonization process in this group. The Cory’s shearwater (Calonectris diomedea) is a pelagic seabird that has recently established three new colonies in Galicia (NE Atlantic) thus expanding its distribution range 500 km northwards. This study aimed to describe the establishment and early progress of the new Galician populations and to determine the genetic and morphometric characteristics of the individuals participating in these foundation events. Using 10 microsatellite loci, authors tested the predictions supported by different seabird colonization models. Possibly three groups of nonbreeders, adding up to around 200 birds, started visiting the Galician colonies in the mid-2000s and some of them eventually laid eggs and reproduced, thus establishing new breeding colonies. The Galician populations showed a high genetic diversity and a frequency of private alleles similar to or even higher than some large historical populations. Most individuals were assigned to several Atlantic populations and a few (if any) to Mediterranean colonies. This study suggests that a large and admixed population is settling in Galicia, in agreement with predictions from island metapopulation models of colonization. Multiple source colonies imply that some birds colonizing Galicia were dispersing from very distant colonies (> 1500 km). Long-distance colonizations undertaken by relatively large and admixed groups of colonizers can help to explain the low levels of genetic structure over vast areas that are characteristic of most oceanic seabird species. Copyright © 2016 Munila, et al. http://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=info%3Adoi%2F10.1371%2Fjournal.pone.0147222 or DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0147222.

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Australia Rehabilitator Safety and Disease Risk Study

Sánchez, C. H., and M. L. Baker. 2016. Disease Risk Perception and Safety Practices: A Survey of Australian Flying Fox Rehabilitators. PLoS One, Neglected Tropical Diseases 10(2): e0004411. Interactions with fl ying foxes [Megachiroptera, Pteropus sp.] pose disease transmission risks to volunteer rehabilitators (carers) who treat injured, ill, and orphaned bats. In particular, Australian bat lyssavirus (ABLV) can be transmitted directly from fl ying foxes to humans in Australia. Personal protective equipment (PPE) and rabies vaccination can be used to protect against lyssavirus infection. During May and June 2014, active Australian fl ying fox carers participated in an online survey (SOAR: Survey Of Australian fl ying fox Rehabilitators) designed to gather demographic data, assess perceptions of disease risk, and explore safety practices. Responses to open-ended questions were analysed thematically. A logistic regression was performed to assess whether rehabilitators’ gender, use of PPE, threat perception, and years of experience predicted variation in their odds of being bitten or scratched. Eligible responses were received from 122 rehabilitators located predominantly on the eastern coast of Australia. Eighty-four percent of respondents were female. Years of experience ranged from <1 to 30 years (median 5 years). Respondents were highly educated. All rehabilitators were vaccinated against rabies and 94 percent received a rabies titre check at least every two years. Sixty-three percent of carers did not perceive viruses in fl ying foxes as a potential threat to their health, yet 74% percent of carers reported using PPE when handling fl ying foxes. Eighty-three percent of rehabilitators had received a fl ying fox bite or scratch at some point during their career. Carers provide an important community service by rescuing and rehabilitating fl ying foxes. While rehabilitators in this study have many excellent safety practices, including a 100 percent vaccination rate against rabies, there is room for improvement in PPE use. Authors recommend 1) the establishment of an Australia-wide set of guidelines for safety when caring for bats, and 2) that the responsible government agencies in Australia support carers who rescue potentially ABLV-infected bats by offering compensation for PPE.http://journals.plos.org/plosntds/article?id=10.1371%2Fjournal.pntd.0004411or doi:10.1371/journal.pntd.0004411.

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