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Wildlife Disease Surveillance

Wildlife Disease 101

Author/Presenter: Krysten Schuler

Duration: 16:03

Learn the basics of wildlife diseases with an introduction to key terms and responsibilities. 

What is wildlife health? Who is responsible for the health of wild animals? In this segment, we talk about why biologists should care about disease, the One Health Concept, and zoonoses. We cover the key points of wildlife disease surveillance and why it's a critical activity in the field.


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