To reverse the trend of declining wildlife populations globally, individuals must be provided
with conditions that allow them to not just survive, but to thrive. It is no longer only the remit of …

Nonhuman animal welfare science is the scientific study of the welfare state of animals that
attempts to make inferences about how animals feel from their behavior, endocrine function …

The modern zoo's roles command empirical enquiry to determine the effectiveness of zoos
locally and globally. Ten years ago, published work identified the need for empirical …

Behavioural needs are highly motivated actions critical to a species survival and
reproduction. Prolonged restriction of these behaviours can lead to stereotypic behaviours …

The fossa is a specialized Malagasy carnivore housed in ex situ facilities since the late 19th
century. Moderate breeding success has occurred since the 1970s, and welfare issues …

Callimico (Callimico goeldii) are members of the callitrichid family, and a species of
conservation concern managed within the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria …

Farming with more than one livestock species has been discussed as being more
sustainable compared to specialised production systems. Some potentially positive effects of …

Asian hornbills have limited ex situ breeding success, yet these species are some of the
most threatened of birds, in need of managed breeding programs. To optimize breeding and …

Little is known about the biology of grey‐cheeked and black crested mangabeys
(Lophocebus albigena and Lophocebus aterrimus, respectively). As these primates face …

Simple Summary Lechwe are social antelope adapted to wetland environments that can
perform a ritualised courtship display. Although commonly housed in zoos, there is little …