A New Laboratory Research Model: The Damaraland Mole-rat and Its Managed Care.
J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci
; 2024 Aug 23.
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ABSTRACT
The Damaraland mole-rat (Fukomys damarensis) is a subterranean, hypoxia-tolerant, long-lived rodent endemic to southern and central Africa that is increasingly being used in laboratory research. Its husbandry needs and characteristics differ from traditional rodent research models. Here, we provide a brief overview of this species and discuss its captive housing and husbandry requirements for managed care and good health.
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J Am Assoc Lab Anim Sci
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MEDICINA VETERINARIA
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TECNICAS E PROCEDIMENTOS DE LABORATORIO
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2024
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