
The keeping of zoo animals is a central tool in the conservation of some of the world's most fascinating, yet threatened, species. But how do zoos operate on a day-to-day basis? What are the key challenges they face in trying to feed, manage, and keep healthy the animals in their care? How can they play their part in conserving biodiversity? Zoo Animals: Behaviour, Management and Welfare addresses the key questions surrounding the keeping of exotic animals in captivity, and reveals how we can apply our ever-growing understanding of animal behaviour and use an evidence based approach to ensure zoo animals are managed as effectively as possible. Drawing on their extensive experience of zoo research, practice, and teaching, the authors blend together theory with a broad range of both mammalian and non-mammalian examples to give a highly-readable overview of this burgeoning field. Zoo Animals: Behaviour, Management, and Welfare is the ideal resource for anyone needing a thorough grounding in this subject, whether as a student or as a zoo professional. Online Resources The online resources to accompany Zoo Animals feature: For all readers: · Updates - surveys of key developments in the field · Multiple choice questions with instant feedback, to aid self-assessment For registered adopters of the book: · Figures from the book in electronic format and full colour, available for download
This text investigates the operational, biological, and ethical frameworks required to maintain exotic species within captive environments. The authors, drawing on their extensive backgrounds in zoo research, practice, and academic instruction, synthesize current scientific understanding of animal behavior to propose evidence-based management strategies. The book argues that effective conservation and animal welfare are inextricably linked to the rigorous application of behavioral science in daily zoo operations.
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Experts and academics recognize this work as a foundational text for students and professionals entering the field of zoo biology. Readers frequently note the balance between theoretical research and practical application, making it a standard resource for understanding modern captive management standards.
Page Count:
643
Publication Date:
2013-01-01
Publisher:
OUP Oxford
ISBN-10:
0191006319
ISBN-13:
9780191006319
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