Necropsy Training Videos
Welcome to the necropsy training video series developed by the Australian Registry of Wildlife Health. These resources have been created to support veterinarians, researchers, wildlife carers, and biosecurity personnel in building practical skills for conducting wildlife necropsies safely and effectively.
Through these step-by-step demonstrations, you’ll gain insights into standardised techniques, sample collection, and best-practice procedures that help improve disease detection, surveillance, and conservation outcomes for Australia’s unique wildlife.
Marine Animal Necropsy Training
This video explains the purpose and context of the necropsy training resources. These modules have been designed to support field officers, veterinarians, researchers, and wildlife responders in conducting consistent, safe, and informative necropsies on a range of species.
By standardising techniques and building practical skills, this training aims to improve disease detection, support wildlife health investigations, and strengthen conservation outcomes across Australia.
What is a necropsy?
This video introduces the purpose and value of necropsies in wildlife health and disease surveillance. You’ll learn what a necropsy is, why it’s performed, and how the information gathered helps detect emerging diseases, understand causes of death, and support conservation efforts.
Necropsies are a vital tool for protecting both wildlife populations and broader ecosystem health.
Avian Necropsy Training
This video provides step-by-step guidance on conducting necropsies on bird species to support disease surveillance, mortality investigations, and conservation efforts. You’ll learn standardised techniques for external and internal examinations, safe sample collection, and proper biosecurity practices to protect both personnel and the environment.
Dolphin Necropsy Training
This video offers specialised training on necropsy procedures for dolphins, with an emphasis on careful examination, targeted sampling, and preserving diagnostic quality. By following these protocols, responders and researchers can contribute valuable information to support surveillance programs, understand health trends, and strengthen marine conservation efforts.
Turtle Necropsy Training
This video provides an overview of necropsy techniques for marine turtles, focusing on accurate examination, documentation, and sample collection. You’ll learn essential methods to support disease investigation, wildlife health monitoring, and conservation initiatives, while maintaining strict biosecurity standards throughout the process.