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Veterinary Radiographic Positioning: Exotic Animals and Wildlife Accurate positioning is the foundation of diagnostic radiography in exotic animals and wildlife. This comprehensive illustrated guide provides practical, species-specific radiographic positioning techniques for veterinary students, practitioners, radiographers, technicians, diagnostic imaging residents, and wildlife clinicians. Inside this book, you will discover: Fundamental Principles: Radiation safety, restraint, equipment selection, and image quality. Birds: Whole-body, wing, limb, and skull positioning. Small Mammals: Rabbits, rodents, ferrets, hedgehogs, and sugar gliders. Reptiles and Amphibians: Turtles, tortoises, lizards, snakes, crocodilians, and amphibians. Fish and Aquatic Species: Radiographic techniques for aquatic animals. Australian Wildlife: Kangaroos, koalas, wombats, possums, gliders, and echidnas. Zoo and Field Radiography: Imaging techniques for bats, wild birds, and zoo animals. Each technique includes illustrated positioning guidance, beam centring, collimation, anatomical measurements, and image evaluation criteria. An essential practical reference for obtaining diagnostic-quality radiographs while promoting animal welfare and radiation safety.