Can Metabolic Biomarkers of Oxygen-Dependent Processes Determine Health Status of Pigeon Columba Livia F. Urbana?

Biomarkers of oxygen-dependent processes in five tissues of pigeons are depending on sex and environment. Pigeons from lead-exposed areas exhibited decreased antioxidant defence by biochemical alterations in tissues. Analytical model of oxidative stress biomarkers, Krebs cycle enzymes, and chemical elements is significant. Using multivariate regression analysis with beta- and correlative coefficients, relationships were shown for the optimal development of adaptation alterations in biochemical reactions in pigeons in response to the modification of their environments. Research on Columba livia f. urbana provides valuable insights into understanding the effects of anthropogenic pollution on bird physiology and offers practical methods for assessing environmental health.