"Sources that are good but may be difficult to acquire"
"(Exam questions will NOT use these as references.)"
Avian Surgical Anatomy
by
Charles Orosz
This four colour atlas provides, under one cover, insite on avian anatomy, surgical approaches and basic orthopedic principles for veterinary clinicians and students, aviculturists and others interested in bird care. Also covers major anatomical variations of the thoracic and pelvic limbs in various species of birds.
Birds: Their Structure and Function
by
Peter King; McClelland
A general introduction to avian anatomy. Special coverage includes a detailed account of the external features essential for the identification and description of birds, as well as discussion of flight at great altitudes over immense distances, navigation, sight, and hearing. The overall result is a concise and authoriataive text covering wild and domestic birds--an invaluable reference source for all interested in ornithology.
Ratite Management, Medicine, and Surgery
by
Thomas N. Tully (Editor); Simon M. Shane (Editor)
This volume is intended to be of use as a guide to the diagnosis and prevention of infectious diseases and metabolic conditions in commercial ratites. Intensification and growth of the industry requires a professional and proactive approach to the enhancement of productivity and amelioration of managerial, environmental and disease-related problems.
"Referred Journals (The last 5 years ending January 1 of the year the exam is taken)"
"ABVP recognizes the scarcity of several of these texts. Please bear in mind that these are recommended, not required, and that most information in monographs can be located in more than one publication."
Avian Medicine
by
Branson W. Ritchie (Editor); Greg J. Harrison (Editor); Linda R. Harrison (Editor); Lesley E. Sealing (Illustrator)
With the increased need for competent avian practitioners and the formation of avian specialty programs worldwide, clinicians as well as academics are required to have a more comprehensive understanding of applied anatomy, physiology, internal medicine, pharmacology, disease management and preventative medicine.
Veterinary Clinics of North America, Exotic Animal Practice
"Examination items will be taken in large part from the sources designated in the recommended reading list. Additional citations for examination items may include veterinary informational sources common to multiple species, such as (the most current editions of) Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, and the Merck Veterinary Manual.
"Questions on the examination may be taken from sources other than this list."
Source: ABVP Study Guide - Avian
This resource updated: 5/17/2023
Source reading list reviewed: Spring 2023
Source reading list updated by specialty board: 2023