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Effects of Random Feeding Schedule on Pacing in Asiatic Lions (Panthera leo persicus)

Authors: Leonie Fitskie, Jeroen Kappelhof, Filipe Cunha

Publication/Journal: Zoo Biology

Keywords: captive felids, carnivores, pacing, random feeding schedules

Evaluating Potential Indicators of Welfare for Zoo Birds during an Avian Influenza Enforced Housing Order

Authors: Thomas Collard, Paul Rose

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: animal welfare, flamingo, HPAI, husbandry, zoo

Year: 2024

Inclusive Enrichment for Dragons: Behavioral Responses of Amputee and Non-Amputee Individuals of Bearded Dragons Pogona vitticeps to Different Food Enrichment Items

Authors: Luisa Martins Pereira, Cristiano Schetini de Azevedo, Helen Colbachini, Cynthia Fernandes Cipreste, Maria Eduarda Schilbach Pizzutto, Laura Chrispim Reisfeld, Rafael Capriolli Gutierrez, Fabiana Lúcia André Padilha, Cristiane Schilbach Pizzutto

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: amputated animals, food enrichment, insectivorous lizards, use of enclosure, welfare

Year: 2024

Continuous Video Monitoring of Zoo Cheetahs (Acinonyx jubatus jubatus) Reveals Differential Engagement Patterns for Environmental Enrichment Items Based on Sensory Category

Authors: Haley N. Beer, Dustin T. Yates, Trenton C. Shrader, Ty B. Schmidt

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: animal behaviour, animal welfare, big cat behavior, outcome-based husbandry, sensory enrichment, species conservation

Year: 2024

Evaluating the Impact of Synthesized Scent Enrichment on Behavioural and Endocrine Responses in Captive Alaotran Gentle Lemurs (Hapalemur alaotrensis)

Authors: Anna Beatrice Costantini, Gale Glendewar, Sara Fontani, Stefano Vaglio

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: captive breeding, fecal endocrinology, Hapalemur alaotrensis, olfactory enrichment, zoo animal welfare

Year: 2024

The Concept of Agency, Animal Wellbeing, and the Practical Realities of Ex Situ Breeding Programs in Zoos and Aquariums

Authors: Max Norman, Sabrina Brando

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: agency, animal ethics, animal management, animal welfare, conservation breeding, population management, reproduction, zoos and aquariums

Year: 2024

Novel Food-Based Enrichment Increases Captive Cownose Stingray (Rhinoptera bonasus) Engagement with Enrichment Item

Authors: Mia C. Y. Harris, Heidi Frazier, Sean Mayall, Alexandra D. Frey, Sarah A. Boyle

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens

Keywords: cownose stingrays, enrichment interactions, environmental enrichment, visitor interactions

Year: 2024

Behaviour and social bonds of African elephant calves under different holding systems in European zoos

Authors: Hoerner Franziska, Arne Lawrenz, Karsten Damerau, Ann-Katrin Oerke, Santiago Borragan Santos, Therese Hard, Dennis W. H. Muller, Gela Preisfeld

Publication/Journal: Journal of Zoo and Aquarium Research

Keywords: behaviour, husbandry conditions, loxodonta africana, management systems, welfare, zoo elephants

Year: 2024

Holistic Pinniped Welfare Index (HPWI): A Tool to Assess Welfare in Pinnipeds

Authors: Julia Zaias, Sarah H Johnson, Analeigh Laine, Nikki Maribona, Allison Mooney, Lauryn Nobles, Ana Noel, Alannah S Orengo, Ryan Pittsinger, Brienna Wagler

Publication/Journal: Aquatic Mammals

Keywords: Holistic pinniped wellness index, holistic wellness index, HPWI, managed care, pinnipeds

Year: 2024

Short Immobilization in a Sling Does Not Lead to Increased Salivary Cortisol Levels in Pigs

Authors: Sara Puy, Marta Giral, Dolores C. García-Olmo

Publication/Journal: Animals

Keywords: cortisol, pig, restraint sling, saliva

Year: 2024