Wild Mammals in Captivity: Principles and Techniques for Zoo Management, Second

Description: Wild Mammals in Captivity by Devra G. Kleiman, Katerina V. Thompson, Charlotte Kirk Baer Zoos, aquariums, and wildlife parks are vital centers of animal conservation and management. This book presents the thinking and practice in the care and management of wild mammals in zoos and other institutions. It offers information from studies of animal behavior; advances in captive breeding; and new thinking in animal management and welfare. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Zoos, aquaria, and wildlife parks are vital centers of animal conservation and management. For nearly fifteen years, these institutions have relied on Wild Mammals in Captivity as the essential reference for their work. Now the book reemerges in a completely updated second edition. Wild Mammals in Captivity presents the most current thinking and practice in the care and management of wild mammals in zoos and other institutions. In one comprehensive volume, the editors have gathered the most current information from studies of animal behavior; advances in captive breeding; research in physiology, genetics, and nutrition; and new thinking in animal management and welfare. In this edition, more than three-quarters of the text is new, and information from more than seventy-five contributors is thoroughly updated. The standard text for all courses in zoo biology, Wild Mammals in Captivity will, in its new incarnation, continue to be used by zoo managers, animal caretakers, researchers, and anyone with an interest in how to manage animals in captive conditions. Author Biography Devra G. Kleiman (1942-2010) was principal of Zoo-Logic, LLC in Chevy Chase, Maryland; senior scientist emeritus at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park; and adjunct professor at the University of Maryland. Katerina V. Thompson is director of the Undergraduate Research and Internship Programs in the College of Chemical and Life Sciences at the University of Maryland. Charlotte Kirk Baer is principal of Baer and Associates, LLC in Silver Spring, Maryland. Table of Contents Foreword George Rabb Preface Devra G. Kleiman Acknowledgments Part One Ethics and Animal Welfare Standards Introduction Devra G. Kleiman 1. Ethics of Keeping Mammals in Zoos and Aquariums Michael D. Kreger and Michael Hutchins 2. Challenges of Zoo Animal Welfare Ron Kagan and Jake Veasey 3. Setting Standards for Evaluation of Captive Facilities Joseph Barber, Denny Lewis, Govindasamy Agoramoorthy, and Miranda F. Stevenson Part Two Basic Mammal Management Introduction Devra G. Kleiman 4. Physical Methods of Capture, Handling, and Restraint of Mammals Joe Christman 5. A Framework for Introduction and Socialization Processes for Mammals David M. Powell 6. Principles of and Research on Environmental Enrichment for Mammals David Shepherdson 7. Impact of Emerging and Zoonotic Diseases on Mammal Management Dominic Travis and Robyn Barbiers 8. Safety Considerations in a Zoological Park Mark Rosenthal and William Xanten Part Three Nutrition Introduction Charlotte Kirk Baer 9. Contemporary Topics in Wild Mammal Nutrition Charlotte Kirk Baer, Duane E. Ullrey, Michael L. Schlegel, Govindasamy Agoramoorthy, and David J. Baer 10. Quality Control Aspects of Feeding Wild Mammals in Captivity Barbara Henry, Michael Maslanka, and Kerri A. Slifka Part Four Exhibitry Introduction Devra G. Kleiman 11. The History and Principles of Zoo Exhibition David Hancocks 12. Visitors, Conservation Learning, and the Design of Zoo and Aquarium Experiences Emily Routman, Jackie Ogden, and Keith Winsten 13. Managing Captive Mammals in Mixed-Species Communities Jake Veasey and Gabriele Hammer 14. Structural and Keeper Considerations in Exhibit Design Mark Rosenthal and William A. Xanten 15. How to Develop a Zoo-Based Environmental Enrichment Program: Incorporating Environmental Enrichment into Exhibits Cynthia Fernandes Cipreste, Cristiano Schetini De Azevedo, and Robert John Young 16. Special Considerations for the Maintenance of Marine Mammals in Captivity Brian Joseph and James Antrim 17. Zoological Horticulture Merle Moore and Don Peterkin 18. New and Sustainable Directions in Zoo Exhibit Design Jon Coe and Greg Dykstra Part Five Conservation and Research Introduction Devra G. Kleiman 19. Demographic and Genetic Management of Captive Populations Jonathan D. Ballou, Caroline Lees, Lisa J. Faust, Sarah Long, Colleen Lynch, Laurie Bingaman Lackey, and Thomas J. Foose 20. Regional Collection Planning for Mammals Ruth Allard, Kevin Willis, Caroline Lees, Brandie Smith, and Bart Hiddinga 21. Management of "Surplus" Animals Scott Carter and Ron Kagan 22. The Role of Captive Populations in Reintroduction Programs Joanne M. Earnhardt 23. The Role of Zoos in Contributing to In Situ Conservation Alexandra Zimmermann 24. Research Trends in Zoos Terry L. Maple and Meredith J. Bashaw Part Six Behavior Introduction Katerina V. Thompson 25. The Importance of Maintaining Natural Behaviors in Captive Mammals M. Elsbeth Mcphee and Kathy Carlstead 26. Animal Learning and Husbandry Training for Management Jill Mellen and Marty Sevenich Macphee 27. Applying Knowledge of Mammalian Social Organization, Mating Systems, and Communication to Management Ronald R. Swaisgood and Bruce A. Schulte 28. The Management of Pregnancy and Parturition in Captive Mammals Patrick Thomas, Cheryl S. Asa, and Michael Hutchins 29. Parental Care and Behavioral Development in Captive Mammals Katerina V. Thompson, Andrew J. Baker, and Anne M. Baker 30. Data Collection in the Zoo Setting, Emphasizing Behavior Carolyn M. Crockett and Renee R. Ha Part Seven Reproduction Introduction Devra G. Kleiman 31. Reproductive Physiology Cheryl S. Asa 32. Male Reproduction: Assessment, Management, Assisted Breeding, and Fertility Control Rebecca E. Spindler and David E. Wildt 33. Endocrine Monitoring of Reproduction and Stress Keith Hodges, Janine Brown, and Michael Heistermann 34. Contraception as a Management Tool for Controlling Surplus Animals Cheryl S. Asa and Ingrid J. Porton Appendixes Introduction Devra G. Kleiman Appendix 1: Standard Methods for Measuring Mammals Barbara Lundrigan Appendix 2: Identification and Marking Techniques Penny Kalk and Clifford G. Rice Appendix 3: Records, Studbooks, Regional Zoo Associations, and ISIS Laurie Bingaman Lackey Appendix 4: Annotated Bibliography of Books, Journals, and Web Sites on Captive Management Kay Kenyon Barboza and Linda L. Coates List of Contributors Author Index Subject Index Taxonomic Index Review "Zoos should be staffed with those who have made Wild Mammals in Captivity their essential textbook." (Times Higher Education, on the first edition)" Review Quote "Zoos should be staffed with those who have made Wild Mammals in Captivity their essential textbook." Details ISBN0226440109 Language English ISBN-10 0226440109 ISBN-13 9780226440101 Media Book Format Paperback Edition 2nd Imprint University of Chicago Press Place of Publication Chicago, IL Country of Publication United States Edited by Charlotte Kirk Baer Illustrations 100 halftones, 39 line drawings, 67 tables Birth 1960 Short Title WILD MAMMALS IN CAPTIVITY 2/E Pages 592 Author Charlotte Kirk Baer UK Release Date 2012-12-10 Year 2012 Publication Date 2012-12-10 NZ Release Date 2012-12-10 US Release Date 2012-12-10 Subtitle Principles and Techniques for Zoo Management, Second Edition Publisher The University of Chicago Press Edition Description Second Edition DEWEY 636.0889 Audience Professional & Vocational AU Release Date 2012-12-09 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:161778250;

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