Research In addition to caring for injured and orphaned animals brought into our wildlife hospital, Lindsay Wildlife Museum is researching better ways to care for its patients and prevent disease. We collect data and actively participate in studies that will improve our ability to care for wildlife in the future.
Avian Influenza Virus samples collected daily With the help of Lindsay Wildlife Museum, avian influenza viruses are being surveyed by PhD student Dr Terra Kelly. Read more about this study
New species of avian blood parasites related to malaria discovered Many of the raptors admitted to Lindsay Wildlife Museum's hospital have blood parasites. Dr. Ravinder Sehgal of SFSU has discovered previously unknown parasites affecting birds of prey. Read more about this study
Trichomoniasis identified in many bird species Dr. Nancy Anderson investigates the presence of Trichomonas gallinae and related species. New methods of treatment are discovered at Lindsay Wildlife Museum to help defeat this pernicious protozoan. Read more about this study
West Nile Virus: A study of the virus and the evolution of its hosts. Blood samples drawn from hundreds of wild animals brought to the wildlife hospital each year help researchers learn about West Nile Virus. Read more about this study