20 Questions
Which of the following factors can retard the process of ecdysis in snakes?
Hydrational status
What is the condition called when the separation of shed skin fails to occur, whether in part or totally?
Dysecdysis
Which stage of ecdysis involves the formation of new α, β and Oberhautchen layers?
Formation of new skin beneath the old one
What is the approximate duration of the entire ecdysis process in squamates, such as snakes?
2 weeks
Which of the following is a cause of dysecdysis in reptiles?
Dehydration
What is the colloquial term for a range of skin infections in reptiles?
Scale Rot
Which bacterium is thought to cause Septicaemic Cutaneous Ulcerative Disease (SCUD) in Chelonia?
Citrobacter freundii
What is the recommended treatment for blisters caused by bacterial infections in reptiles?
Dilute povidone iodine
Which of the following is a physiological reason for reptiles to change the pigmentation of their skin?
To blend with their surroundings
What is the most commonly seen mite in reptiles?
Snake mites
What is a potential consequence of a reptile being infested with mites?
All of the above
What is a recommended method for treating mites in reptiles?
All of the above
Which of the following is a distinguishing characteristic of reptile and avian abscesses?
They are surrounded by a thick shell of fibrous tissue
What is the common site of abscess formation in carnivorous aquatic Chelonia?
The middle ear
Which of the following is a common cause of abscesses in reptiles housed together?
All of the above
What is the recommended treatment for abscesses in reptiles?
Surgical removal of the abscess and its capsule
Which of the following ticks have been implicated in the transmission of Cowdria ruminatum, the cause of heart water disease?
Amblyomma marmoreum and A. sparseum
What is the recommended treatment for ticks on reptiles?
All of the above
Which family of blowflies is capable of laying eggs on tortoises around the vent?
Blue, black, and green bottle family
What is the recommended treatment for leeches on aquatic species?
Manual removal by application of saline solution to the leech followed by antiseptic treatment of the wound
Test your knowledge on abscesses in reptiles and birds with this quiz. Learn about the unique formation of fibriscesses and the differences between abscesses in mammals and these specific animals.
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