Causes and Consequences of Ingested Lead Pellets in Chukars
Document Type
Conference Paper
Journal/Book Title/Conference
Ingestion of Lead From Spent Ammunition: Implications for Wildlife and Humans, The Peregrine Fund, Boise, Idaho
Editor
R.T. Watson, M. Fuller, M. Pokras, and W.G. Hunt
Publication Date
2009
First Page
190
Last Page
193
Abstract
Lead-pellet ingestion and the resulting toxicosis are well-documented in waterfowl, raptors, and Mourning Doves (Zenaida macroura) (Kendall et al. 1996). Ingestion of lead shot by other avian taxa is less well-understood, but a growing body of literature suggests it does occur and can be a significant source of mortality (Keymer and Stebbings 1987, Lewis and Schweitzer 2000, Vyas et al. 2000, Walter and Reese 2003, Butler 2005). We are currently investigating the ingestion of lead pellets by Chukars (Alectoris chukar) in Utah.
Recommended Citation
Bingham, R. J., R. T. Larsen, J. A. Bissonette, and J. T. Flinders. 2009. Causes and consequences of ingested lead pellets in Chukars. Extended abstract Pages 190-193 in R. T. Watson, M. Fuller, M. Pokras, and W. G. Hunt, (Eds.). Ingestion of Lead from Spent Ammunition: Implications for Wildlife and Humans. The Peregrine Fund, Boise, Idaho, USA. DOI 10.4080/ilsa.2009.0204