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Steven V. Matthews
returns 08/31/2012
Expertise
Can answer most questions on wildlife, exotics, birds, reptiles, mammals and also pest species in the U.S. Won't answer questions concerning animal health. Please ask your veterinarian any animal health questions.
Experience in the area
Past zoo management positions and current Animal Research Tech. with over twenty five years of animal care experience.
Education/Credentials
BS - Wildlife and Parks Management, Rutgers University, NJ
Awards and Honors
Animal Care Excellence Award - FDA, 2008
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | P | Comments |
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| Amanda | 04/01/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you very much! |
| Robin | 02/23/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you |
| Roxy | 01/31/12 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you for your response. It's helpful ..... |
| Ken | 11/01/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Terence | 10/30/11 | 10 | 10 | 10 | thanks indeed！ |
Recent Answers from Steven V. Matthews
2012-04-16 deer genetics and deformeties in mule deer:
Mule deer, any deer or any living thing has its own genetic history which is much too complicated to describe here. Try reading some research notes done on Mule deer out west in the 1900's. It might describe
2012-03-31 Wild Mallard:
It is very difficult to catch almost any wild animal and a duck on water even with a hurt leg is still difficult. There would also be a lot of stress involved not to mention that it is illegal in most
2012-02-06 Wild Mice:
Mice will eat most anything. You need to be careful though since they could end up in your house in large numbers because they are being artificially fed and will increase in numbers. If you like mice
2012-01-30 What to do with Deer with 3 broken Legs:
The best that can happen is that the police arrive quickly and dispose of the deer. Unfortunately, there still remains the problem in some areas of who is to do that meanwhile the animal is suffering.
2011-10-31 Elephant Fear:
During the time I worked with elephants I saw mice stealing their food right out from under them and the elephants didn't care. They may have just been use to them. Like I have seen with all animals
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