Abstract
The use of wildlife in biomedical science has had a long history as it has been used as experimental animals, Sources of unusual physiology, and of bioactive compounds on which life-saving medicines are based. Amphibians are a Source of antimicrobial peptides, analgesic alkaloids, and regeneration. Immune adaptations and venoms of reptiles have produced cardiovascular medications, anti-clotting solutions and diabetes treatment. Birds serve as models of zoonotic diseases and provide immunological tools e.g. IgY antibodies and support embryology and neurobiology. Advanced studies on human disease, vaccines, cancer resistance and hypoxia tolerance have been facilitated by mammals such as rodents, primates, bats, mole rat, and sea creatures. Vital genetic and regenerative models and Sources of omega-3 oils and antifreeze proteins are fish, especially zebrafish, goldfish, pufferfish and Antarctic species. Examples of invertebrates include cone snails, horseshoe crabs, leeches and jellyfish that are excellent Sources of pharmacological agents and other tools such as GFP and LAL testing. Also, microbial symbiosis of wildlife is an under-researched area of drug discovery, the amphibians, reptiles, horseshoe crabs, and leeches are experiencing alarming population reductions. To sustain the innovation process, conservation, synthetic alternatives, and responsible use are needed to balance innovation with both sustainability and biodiversity protection.
Article History
Received: Sep 02, 2025; Accepted: Sep 29, 2025; Published: Sep 30, 2025
Recommended Citation
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