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Square-Tailed Kites Husbandry Guidelines For Square-Tailed Kites Lophoictinia isura Aves: Accipitridae Compiler: Jadan Hutchings Date of Preparation: February 2011 Western Sydney Institute of TAFE, Richmond Course Name and Number: Captive Animal Certificate III, 1068 Lecturer: Graeme Phipps, Jacki Salkeld, Brad Walker Husbandry Guidelines for Square – Tailed Kites by Jadan Hutchings 2012 2 Disclaimer The following information was compiled during the studies of Captive Animals Certificate III at Richmond Collage NSW Australia in 2011 and early 2012. Since the husbandry guidelines are the result of student project work, care should be taken in the interpretation of information within this document, no responsibility is assumed for any loss or damage that may result from the use of these guidelines. It is offered to the ASZK Husbandry Manuals Register for the benefit of animal welfare and care. Husbandry guidelines are utility documents and are ‘works in progress’, so enhancements to these guidelines are invited. Husbandry Guidelines for Square – Tailed Kites by Jadan Hutchings 2012 3 TASK / MAINTENANCE CALENDER TASK Jan Feb Mar April May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Breeding QLD QLD QLD QLD Season NSW NSW NSW NSW VIC VIC VIC WA WA WA WA Prior breeding QLD NSW VIC season diet increase WA Nest platform Change Enclosure Non breeding Repairs kites Clean up in Non-breeding Enclosure kites Substrate Non-breeding Change kites Massive Clean Enrichment (Beh/Enviro) Pest Control Distance Examinations Physical Examination Weights Record Keeping WORK HEALTH AND SAFETY RISKS The Square-Tailed Kite (Lophoictinia isura) can be a hazard in some circumstances. In the breeding seasons they can get quite defensive and become a hazard to one self. Using their sharp talons and sharp beak, the Square - tailed kite can swoop down at you and also ‘bomb’ you, causing injuries to humans whether it’s minor or serious. In prevention of this, proper PPE should be worn when dealing with hazardous animals; Long sleeve shirts & head protection should be warn to protect you from any injuries that may occur. When entering the exhibit, a rake should be held in front of you to protect your face in case the animal decides to fly down at you. If ever handling a Square-Tailed kite for either training or examinations, appropriately trained and confident keepers should be handling the animal, lack of confidence can be a hazard to the keeper or keepers and cause injuries; thick welding gloves should also be worn. Furniture in the enclosure can also be a WH&S problem. When entering the enclosure always keep an eye out for any sharp/broken perches that keepers or the kites can hurt themselves on. Always look out for any trip hazards and think about if the object should be moved to another location in the exhibit. Hygiene is important when working with any animal as there is a chance of a zoonotic disease being passed on, wash hands whenever handling the kite. Chemicals are used regularly in the exhibit such as Disinfectants and Bleach, appropriate PPE such as Goggles and Gloves should be worn for protection (see MSDS sheets in Appendix) TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 INTRODUCTION.................................................................................................................................................... 9 1.1 ASMP CATEGORY ................................................................................................................................................. 9 1.2 IUCN CATEGORY .................................................................................................................................................. 9 1.3 EA CATEGORY ....................................................................................................................................................... 9 1.4 NZ AND PNG CATEGORIES AND LEGISLATION ...................................................................................................... 9 1.5 WILD POPULATION MANAGEMENT ........................................................................................................................ 9 1.6 SPECIES COORDINATOR ....................................................................................................................................... 10 1.7 STUDBOOK HOLDER ............................................................................................................................................. 10 2 TAXONOMY ......................................................................................................................................................... 11 2.1 NOMENCLATURE .................................................................................................................................................. 11 2.2 SUBSPECIES .......................................................................................................................................................... 11 2.3 RECENT SYNONYMS ............................................................................................................................................. 11 2.4 OTHER COMMON NAMES ..................................................................................................................................... 11 3 NATURAL HISTORY .......................................................................................................................................... 12 3.1 MORPHOMETRICS ................................................................................................................................................ 12 3.1.1 Mass and Basic Body Measurements ......................................................................................................... 12 3.1.2 Sexual Dimorphism .................................................................................................................................... 12 3.1.3 Distinguishing Features............................................................................................................................. 13 3.2 DISTRIBUTION AND HABITAT ............................................................................................................................... 14 3.3 CONSERVATION STATUS ...................................................................................................................................... 15 3.4 LONGEVITY .......................................................................................................................................................... 15 3.4.1 In the Wild ................................................................................................................................................. 15 3.4.2 In Captivity ................................................................................................................................................ 15 3.4.3 Techniques Used to Determine Age in Adults ............................................................................................ 15 4 HOUSING REQUIREMENTS ............................................................................................................................. 16 4.1 EXHIBIT/ENCLOSURE DESIGN .............................................................................................................................. 16 4.2 HOLDING AREA DESIGN ...................................................................................................................................... 17 4.3 SPATIAL REQUIREMENTS ..................................................................................................................................... 18 4.4 POSITION OF ENCLOSURES ................................................................................................................................... 18 4.5 WEATHER PROTECTION ....................................................................................................................................... 18 4.6 TEMPERATURE REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................................... 19 4.7 SUBSTRATE .......................................................................................................................................................... 19 4.8 NESTBOXES AND/OR BEDDING MATERIAL ........................................................................................................... 19 4.9 ENCLOSURE FURNISHINGS ................................................................................................................................... 20 5 HYGIENE AND CLEANING ............................................................................................................................... 22 5.1 RECORD KEEPING ................................................................................................................................................ 23 5.2 METHODS OF IDENTIFICATION ............................................................................................................................. 23 5.3 ROUTINE DATA COLLECTION ............................................................................................................................... 24 6 FEEDING REQUIREMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 25 6.1 DIET IN THE WILD ................................................................................................................................................ 25
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