Risks from disease caused by Mycobacterium orygis as a consequence of Greater one-horned Rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) translocation in Nepal.

摘要: The greater one‐horned rhinoceros (Rhinoceros unicornis) is listed as vulnerable by the IUCN Red List. Mycobacterium orygis–associated disease was identified in a single rhino Chitwan National Park February 2015 prior to planned translocation of five from Bardia for conservation purposes. This paper describes qualitative risk analysis conducted retrospectively post‐translocation orygis and this translocation, with aim improve understanding threats rhino. method used devised Sainsbury & Vaughan‐Higgins (Conservation Biology, 26, 2017, 442) modifications Bobadilla Suarez et al (EcoHealth, 14, 1) Rideout 42) included use scenario tree an uncertainty recommended Murray al. (Handbook on import animals animal products. Volume 1. Introduction analysis, 2004), first time combination methods has been assess translocation. increased clarity transparency analysis. al.’s criteria were source hazard may be useful comparative assessment hazards future translocations. likelihood release into destination site estimated low risk, exposure populations at high biological environmental consequences low. Overall, associated result found Recommendations management strategies could improved better epidemiology including presence/absence develop effective strategies.