http://wiki.greypath.com/ 2008-06-12T15:07:57+01:00 http://wiki.greypath.com/ http://wiki.greypath.com/lib/images/favicon.ico text/html 2008-06-12T03:46:10+01:00 anonymous@136.186.1.190 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=reptiles:lizards:short_term_care&do=diff1213242370 It is important to remember that an injured, sick or orphaned lizard, as with any wild animal, will be stressed when caught. It is very important that it is kept in a dark, quiet place, away from children and family pets. The most common lizards ... text/html 2007-07-02T03:57:10+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@138.217.140.94) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=start&do=diff1183348630 ===== **INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE - PLEASE READ HERE FIRST** ===== Like all wikipedias, content here is not necessarily scientifically tested, and is often based on opinion and experience, so should be used at your sole discretion and personal ri... text/html 2007-06-12T01:48:04+01:00 anonymous@203.164.121.196 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:macropod:handling&do=diff1181612884 ====== Handling a Macropod ====== Macropods include kangaroos, wallaroos, pademelons, wallabies and a few other species. Beware of the claws, hind legs and teeth of a kangaroo, wallaby or wallaroo. Damage inflicted can be severe and infection may ... text/html 2007-05-27T09:15:21+01:00 anonymous@203.164.121.238 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:echidna:handling&do=diff1180257321 Beware of the Echidna’s spines. Although no serious injury should be received, the spines can and do prick the skin so the use of gloves is advisable. The wearing of gloves at times can be more of a hinderance than a help and causes lack of sensitiv... text/html 2007-03-02T02:13:15+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:possums:introduction_to_possums&do=diff1172801595 Possums are marsupials and include the Brushtail Possum, Ringtail Possum and the Mountain Possum as well as gliders such as the Greater Glider, Yellow-Bellied Glider and Feathertail Glider. World Wildlife Wiki Links Handling a Possum or Glider ... text/html 2007-03-02T02:11:34+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:possums:living_with_brushtail_possums&do=diff1172801494 The lively Brushtail Possum is one of Australia’s most familiar marsupials, largely because they are highly adaptable to a wide range of natural and human environments. Their natural and preferred habitat is forest, where they nest in tree ... text/html 2007-03-02T02:02:28+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=birds:magpies:living_with_magpies&do=diff1172800948 Ask 10 of your friends if they have had a close encounter with magpies and guaranteed well over half of them will say they have at some point in their lives. The Australian Magpie is considered by many to be quite a rogue, but this lovable Australi... text/html 2007-03-02T01:51:25+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=reptiles:snakes:living_with_snakes&do=diff1172800285 PDF Version - 202kb Sadly, snakes have been endlessly persecuted because of fear and superstition. Australians have often been guilty of killing snakes for no reason other than fearing them. It may come as a surprise to learn that snakes are not h... text/html 2007-02-27T05:11:37+01:00 anonymous@203.164.17.208 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=reptiles:turtles:strandings&do=diff1172553097 Do’s and Dont’s for live strandings of turtles Do’s If possible gently remove the turtle from the beach. Remove and debris or entanglement. Clear away sand/dirt from eyes mouth and nostrils. Place in a box or crate lined with moist... text/html 2007-02-27T01:22:01+01:00 John Spain (jspain@60.228.100.220) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=aaa_how_to_use_this_wiki&do=diff1172539321 Please refer to Special Page/wiki - docuwiki for full information. (See the toolbox - left) 1. Here are some basic user hints to get you started. 2. Firstly, you can find all pages in this wiki, and in alphabetic order, by clicking Special Page,(s... text/html 2007-02-15T01:39:25+01:00 anonymous@218.214.45.197 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=general:keeping_accurate_records&do=diff1171503565 Keeping accurate records is an essential management tool when caring for any native animal. There are several reasons for this: Keeping a well documented history will help you if anything goes wrong with the joey while it is in care. If a joey bec... text/html 2007-02-02T02:17:07+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=birds:raptors:rehabilitation_requirements&do=diff1170382627 1. Do you have a good knowledge of Raptors/Birds of Prey? 2. Can you accurately identify different species? 3. Can you differentiate between Male and Female? 4. Do you have access to a good Avian Veterinarian with Raptor/Bird of Prey knowledge... text/html 2007-02-02T02:15:39+01:00 anonymous@218.214.60.254 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=birds:raptors:short_term_care&do=diff1170382539 I advise, if you can help it, that you do not attempt to handle or feed any Raptor (Bird of Prey). Raptors, such as Eagles, Falcons, Kestrels, Hawks and Owls have extremely strong & sharp beaks and talons (claws), and they can do incredible dama... text/html 2007-01-25T04:06:36+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:gliders:feathertails-short_term_care&do=diff1169697996 It is important to remember that an injured, sick or orphaned glider, as with any wild animal, will be stressed when caught. Stress can kill a wild animal so it is very important that it is kept in a dark, quiet place, away from children and family ... text/html 2007-01-25T03:53:30+01:00 anonymous@218.214.45.197 http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=general:wildlife:wildlife_care_resources&do=diff1169697210 Fourth Crossing Wildlife / Fauna First Aid www.fourthcrossingwildlife.com/fauna_first_aid_resources.htm Macropology http://members.ozemail.com.au/%7Edooleydy@ozemail.com.au/macropology/macropologyx.html Forum for licensed wildlife carers Ozark ca... text/html 2007-01-25T01:31:32+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=general:wildlife:wildlife_laws_in_nsw&do=diff1169688692 In NSW the National Parks and Wildlife Service issues wildlife organisations a license which allows them to rescue and rehabilitate native animals, with the aim of release back into the wild. The wildlife organisations then issue individual licenses... text/html 2007-01-25T01:28:05+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=general:toxic_plants:toxic_plants_in_the_garden&do=diff1169688485 There are many plants that are commonly found in gardens or vegetable patches that are toxic to animals, including wombats. There is a fairly large list of toxic plants; listed below are some of the more common ones that can be found in gardens whic... text/html 2007-01-25T01:27:04+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:feeding:milk_formula_-_water&do=diff1169688424 When mixing up milk formula you need water. Simple? Well, did you know there is water, and then there is water? When mixing formula for a furless or just furred wombat joey you will need to use pre-boiled warm water. Pre-boiling is essential as joe... text/html 2007-01-25T01:25:49+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=mammals:feeding:milk_formula&do=diff1169688349 There are several good milk formula’s that can be used for Austalian native animal joeys (such as wombats, possums, koalas, etc). The formula’s are all low in lactose and have the required vitamins and minerals for a growing joey. Most carers have a... text/html 2007-01-25T01:21:58+01:00 Ray Lewis (rlewis@203.51.185.143) http://wiki.greypath.com/doku.php?id=general:medications:probiotics&do=diff1169688118 Regardless of the milk formula you choose for your joey it is recommended that probiotics be used as a general management tool every day - this is advice offered by Dr Anne Fowler BVSc, MACVSc (Torquay Animal House Vet Clinic). Dr Fowler, who is exp...