10 Questions
What determines the toxicity of poisonous plants when consumed by animals?
The dose consumed
Why is it important to understand the factors involved when a useful forage becomes a poisonous plant?
To avoid plant poisoning
What makes definitive diagnosis of suspect plant poisonings difficult?
Variability of plant toxicities
In addition to identification of the plant involved, what other factor may be all that is required for a tentative diagnosis in some cases?
Change of management or environmental condition
Which factor is especially useful if it can be identified in the gastric contents of the poisoned animal?
Identification of the plant
Why is chemical analysis of toxicants often not useful?
Metabolic profiles are more accurate
What are some of the ways in which poisonous plants can affect animals?
Causing changes in animal behavior and inducing hunger
In what situations should poisonous plants be considered?
In most plant communities and grazing situations
What is the primary cause of poisoning of production animals by poisonous plants?
Problems of management or range condition
What determines the toxicity of poisonous plants when consumed by animals?
The dose consumed by the animal
Learn about the impact of poisonous plants on the livestock industry, including economic losses, decreased productivity, and health issues in animals. Understand how these plants can interfere with forage harvesting and require additional management and labor costs.
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