
animals
"Michael Jr. Slow Poke" the sloth presents a unique opportunity for students to learn about aspects of exotic animal care and medicine.
Donkeys are called stubborn, but a Texas A&M vet says the animals are cautious and will stand their ground if they think moving is dangerous.
Good Bull: Aggies Use New Technique To Heal Longhorn’s Fractured Skull
May 3, 2023 • 6 min. readDespite Aggies’ repeated promise to “saw 'em off,” the A&M veterinary team devised a way to avoid amputating the animal’s horns.
The research uses the genomes of 241 species and can be used to support animal and human health outcomes.
New Texas A&M Research Documents Domestic Cattle Genetics In Modern Bison Herds
May 10, 2022 • 7 min. readThe shared genetic ancestry is the result of multiple hybridization events between North American bison and cattle over the last 200 years, which followed a population crash of bison in the 1800s.
Avian Influenza Reported In Texas, Monitoring Continues
Apr 6, 2022 • 4 min. readTexas A&M poultry science experts advise Texans with backyard flocks to be diligent in reducing birds' exposure to the disease.
A Texas A&M AgriLife team aims to improve the sustainability index of the pork industry.
Texas A&M Scientist Surveys Bat Species In Abandoned Mines
Feb 17, 2022 • 5 min. readMichael Morrison observes bat populations at the Mojave National Preserve and other locations used as seasonal shelter, providing helpful information for both conservation efforts and public safety.
Texas A&M Researcher Discovers Why Darwin’s Finches Have Different Beak Colors
Nov 18, 2021 • 4 min. readThe answer may be in their diet, according to the study.
The addition of 18 students to the inaugural 2+2 DVM program at the Veterinary Education, Research, and Outreach facility in Canyon brings the Class of 2025 to 180 students.