EMERGENCY FIRST AID IN WILD ANIMALS

Turkey; Is one of the most important centers in the world in terms of wildlife as of its geographical position. From Africa to Europe and vice versa, the Gibraltar Strait in Spain and the Hatay Province of Turkey are the two most important migratory bird routes in the world. This geopolitical importance as well as the drying up of many lakes such as Amik lake, Kazova lake, increasing industrialization, growing cities, high voltage lines, airports and highways have increased intervention in natural life. Of course, the rapid disappearance of habitat has led to the danger of extinction of many species, injury of wild animals, and death. Further; They have been exposed to deaths and injuries by falling into trappers and raping their habitats with firearms, resulting in unconsciousness and sadism. As a result, many animal sick and injured wildlife require urgent and medical assistance. Unfortunately, Both veterinary faculty curricula are not sufficient and empirical and irregular practices lead to the wastage of many wild animals. As a result; This study was aimed to give detailed information about wildlife first aid applications which is one of the many issues that should be known for the survival of wild life