Assessing physiological, behavioral and movement responses to Suprelorin® implant delivery methods in free-ranging eastern grey kangaroos (Macropus giganteus)

Overabundant populations of eastern grey kangaroos (Macropus giganteus) in peri-urban areas pose ecological and social challenges. Current management strategies are often hindered by animal welfare and logistical concerns. This study aimed to assess stress responses of kangaroos to two contraceptive delivery methods. We assessed physiological and behavioral responses of females treated with Suprelorin® (deslorelin acetate) implants delivered remotely as an alternative to the traditional capture-treatment method. Sexually mature females were assigned to one of three groups: SC (4.7 mg implant via subcutaneous injection after capture), Dart (4.7 mg implant remotely via dart), and Control (no treatment or capture). We used a before-after control-impact framework to quantify stress-induced response to both methods through assessment of changes in behavior (which may also indicate pain) and fecal glucocorticoid metabolite (FGM) concentrations. Additionally, we assessed changes in movement pa..., , # Assessing physiological, behavioral and movement responses to Suprelorin® implant delivery methods in free-ranging eastern grey kangaroos (Macropus giganteus)

Dataset DOI: [10.5061/dryad.18931zd9v](https://doi.org/10.5061/dryad.18931zd9v)

## Description of the data and file structure

This dataset is organised around a Before-After Control-Impact (BACI) experimental framework to assess how two contraceptive delivery methods impact kangaroo movements, behavior, and physiological stress.

### Files and variables

#### File: Data_LAMN.csv

**Description:** Contains individual-level data on eastern grey kangaroos related to physical metrics, reproductive history, and treatment groups.

##### Variables

* ID: Unique individual kangaroo identifier
* Weight_kg: body weight in kilograms
* ADG_g: Average daily weight gain in grams
* Leg_cm: leg length in centimetres
* PY_Treat0: Pouch young (PY) presence on initial capture
* PY_birth_treat: Month of birth of pouch young present at time of tr...,