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Scientists map primate electrocutions in Kenya
Black and white colobus monkeys, Skyes’ monkeys, vervet monkeys and baboons are common species in the area.

Findings could inform conservation efforts in high-risk areas 

Scientists have created a map of primate electrocutions in Diani, Kenya, to show where animals are most at risk from power lines.

The findings, published in the International Journal of Primatology, could help to inform conservation efforts in parts of the world where electrocutions are particularly common.

Electric shocks threaten a wide range of primate species around the world and this issue could become more problematic as humans increasingly dominate the landscape.

Researchers from the University of Bristol investigated electrocutions that occurred along power lines, which threaten five out of six primate species in Diani. Working with Colobus Conservation, they mapped 329 incidents.

Dr Katy Turner, a reader in infectious disease epidemiology, said: "Electrocution is an issue for many threatened primate species, yet the development of effective evidence-based mitigation strategies is limited.

"This study provides a framework for systematic spatial prioritisation of power lines that can be used to reduce primate electrocutions in Diani and other areas of the world where primates are at risk from electrocution."

Diani is a popular tourist town dominated by beach resorts. Over time it has encroached more and more on the habitats of many primate species, putting them at risk from roads and power lines.

Black and white colobus monkeys, Skyes’ monkeys, vervet monkeys and baboons are common species in the area. Whilst they have adapted to the human-dominated landscape, road traffic accidents and electrocutions are among the common causes of death.

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Vets to run marathon for World Animal Protection

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 Two recently graduated veterinary surgeons will be running the London Marathon in April to raise money for the charity World Animal Protection.

Alex Bartlett and Maeve O'Neill plan to run the race together if they are given the same start times.

Dr O'Neill said: "You're always limited in what you can do to help animals, so it is nice to raise money for a charity that helps animals around the world."

Dr Bartlett added: "I have never run a marathon before and am excited to run my first one for such a good cause!"

Both Dr Bartlett and Dr O'Neill have fundraising pages online. 

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BSAVA releases new Guide to Procedures

The British Small Animal Veterinary Association (BSAVA) has published a new edition of its Guide to Procedures for Small Animal Practice.

It has added four new procedures; cystostomy tube placement, endotracheal intubation, point-of-care ultrasound and wet-to-dry dressings.

BSAVA says that it is an essential step-by-step guide to diagnostic and therapeutic procedures performed in practice. The textbook includes new images and illustrations, as well as high-definition videos for use prior to procedures.

Nick Bexfield and Julia Riggs, editors of the new edition, said: "We have built upon the success of the previous editions by responding to the feedback received from the BSAVA readership, and hope this new guide helps to further increase the confidence and accuracy with which these procedures are performed."

Print copies are available in the BSAVA store, with a digital version in the BSAVA library.