Australian scientists from the University of Adelaide’s School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences have developed recommendations for the treatment and rehabilitation of koalas affected by bushfires. The study was published in the scientific journal magazine Veterinary Science (VetSci).
Experts analyzed injuries caused by marsupial bears in burning forests. Veterinarians found that in addition to general skin burns, the animals’ paws were also severely damaged, making it difficult for them to climb trees and escape the flames. It was also revealed that the animals’ lungs were damaged as a result of being affected by the smoke.
“By understanding the extent of skin burns on the paw pads and hairy areas of the body, it is possible to assess the possibility of koalas’ rehabilitation and return to nature,” said Natasha Speight, lead author of the study. .
According to the scientists, the findings have significantly improved the understanding of the impact of forest fires on fauna, which could be crucial for planning measures to care for affected animals.
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