Zookeeping
An Introduction to the Science and Technology
Mark D. Irwin,John B. Stoner,Aaron M. Cobaugh
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Zookeeping
An Introduction to the Science and Technology
Mark D. Irwin,John B. Stoner,Aaron M. Cobaugh
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As species extinction, environmental protection, animal rights, and workplace safety issues come to the fore, zoos and aquariums need keepers who have the technical expertise and scientific knowledge to keep animals healthy, educate the public, and create regional, national, and global conservation and management communities. This textbook offers a comprehensive and practical overview of the profession geared toward new animal keepers and anyone who needs a foundational account of the topics most important to the day-to-day care of zoo and aquarium animals. The three editors, all experienced in zoo animal care and management, have put together a cohesive and broad-ranging book that tackles each of its subjects carefully and thoroughly. The contributions cover professional zookeeping, evolution of zoos, workplace safety, animal management, taxon-specific animal husbandry, animal behavior, veterinary care, public education and outreach, and conservation science. Using the newest techniques and research gathered from around the world, Zookeeping is a progressive textbook that seeks to promote consistency and the highest standards within global zoo and aquarium operations.
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Inhaltsverzeichnis
- Contents
- Preface
- Part One: Professional Zookeeping
- Part Two: Evolution of Zoos
- Part Three: Workplace Safety and Emergencies
- Part Four: Zoo Animal Management
- Part Five: Zoo Animal Husbandry and Care
- Part Six: Animal Behavior, Enrichment, and Training
- Part Seven: Veterinary Care
- Part Eight: Education, Outreach, and Public Interaction
- Part Nine: Conservation Science
- Part Ten: Government and Legislation
- Acknowledgments
- Appendix 1: Further Readings
- Appendix 2: Recommended Web Links
- Appenedix 3: Professional Colleges and Universities in the United States
- Glossary
- List of Contributors
- Index