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ArticleBMC veterinary research2025

Haematological and biochemical reference values for Bonelli's eagles in the wild and in captivity: implications for conservation and rehabilitation programs.

Fernando González, Octavio Perez-Luzardo, Luis Revuelta, Laura Suárez-Regalado, Virginia Moraleda-Fernández, Alicia Carrero-Ruíz, Laura Del Río

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Fernando GonzálezGrupo de Rehabilitación de la Fauna Autóctona y su Hábitat (GREFA), Monte del Pilar, Majadahonda, 28220, Madrid, Spain.
Octavio Perez-LuzardoUnidad de Toxicología, Instituto Universitario de Investigaciones Biomédicas y Sanitarias (IUIBS), Universidad de Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, 35016, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain.
Luis RevueltaSección Departamental de Fisiología Veterinaria, Facultad de Veterinaria, Universidad Complutense de Madrid, 28040, Madrid, Spain.
Laura Suárez-RegaladoGrupo de Rehabilitación de la Fauna Autóctona y su Hábitat (GREFA), Monte del Pilar, Majadahonda, 28220, Madrid, Spain.
Virginia Moraleda-FernándezGrupo de Rehabilitación de la Fauna Autóctona y su Hábitat (GREFA), Monte del Pilar, Majadahonda, 28220, Madrid, Spain.
Alicia Carrero-RuízGrupo de Rehabilitación de la Fauna Autóctona y su Hábitat (GREFA), Monte del Pilar, Majadahonda, 28220, Madrid, Spain.
Laura Del RíoDepartamento de Sanidad Animal, Facultad de Veterinaria, Regional Campus of International Excellence Campus Mare Nostrum, University of Murcia, 30100, Murcia, Spain. laurario@um.es.

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European Commission LIFE 16/NAT/ES/000235Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica y el Reto Demográfico BOE-A-2016-8259; BOE-B-2017-46926; BOE-A-2018-7283; BOE-B-2019-19396; BOE-A-2020-5228; BOE-B-2021-33087; BOE-B-2022-16612; BOE-A-2023-17623
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backgroundHaematological and clinical biochemistry analyses are essential tools for evaluating the health status of avian species, including the endangered Bonelli's eagle. Despite their importance, existing reference intervals (RIs) for such parameters in raptor species are frequently constrained by limited sample sizes, thus complicating clinical interpretations. This research followed the American Society for Veterinary Clinical Pathology (ASVCP) guidelines to establish haematological and clinical biochemistry reference intervals for the Bonelli's eagle, utilizing an indirect approach. Conservation initiatives of the Bonelli's eagle have provided a unique opportunity to gather a high number of samples under various conditions, facilitating a comprehensive comparison between wild and captive populations. Over the course of six years, from 2016 to 2021, our research analyzed 516 blood samples collected within the framework of a European Life Project. After rigorous data cleaning and stringent selection criteria application, a representative sample of 184 birds was determined. Various physiological parameters and blood lead levels were quantified in healthy individuals. Additionally, we used Principal Component Analysis to discern distinctions between populations and to investigate potential interrelationships among the diverse parameters.

resultsWe established Reference Intervals for three distinct reference groups of birds: wild nestlings (

conclusionsThis paper provides the first reliable RI for physiological, haematological, and clinical biochemistry parameters in both nestling and adult Bonelli's eagles. The data will augment the knowledge of the physiology of this endangered raptor, contributing significantly to the understanding and monitoring of both free-living birds and captivity programs.

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Blood Chemical AnalysisEaglesAnimalsAnimals, WildAnimals, ZooConservation of Natural ResourcesEndangered SpeciesFemaleHematologic TestsMaleReference ValuesAquila fasciataBlood chemistryBonelli’s eagleHaematologyPCAReference values

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