Animal Behavior Archives - Page 84 of 110

Nov 8 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Predictive Model of Avian Electrocution Risk on Overhead Power Lines

Explores factors associated with bird electrocutions by overhead power lines, and develops a predictive model to identify poles likely to lead to avian electrocutions so they can be targeted for retrofitting. READ MORE

Nov 7 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Evaluation of the Addition of In-cage Hiding Structures and Toys and Timing of Administration of Behavioral Assessments…

This study explored how long it takes cats to acclimatize to life in a municipal shelter and what role enrichments (a toy and a hiding box) play in easing the transition. READ MORE

Nov 5 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Using Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Measures for Assessing and Reducing the Stress of Dogs in Shelters: A Review

This article reviews research on the stress of shelter dogs as measured by activity of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis. READ MORE

Nov 4 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Social Networks, Long-Term Associations and Age-Related Sociability of Wild Giraffes

This study analyzed the social network of wild giraffes in Etosha National Park, Namibia, over a period spanning 6 years, highlighting the importance of socialization and indicating potential negative effects of keeping captive giraffes in isolation. READ MORE

Oct 31 2013 | Kathryn Asher

Outdoor Cats: Identifying Differences Between Stakeholder Beliefs, Perceived Impacts, Risk and Management

This study surveyed three stakeholder groups—the general public, supporters of trap-neuter-return (TNR) methods, and members of a bird and conservation advocacy organization—on their beliefs about effects of outdoor cats on wildlife and ecosystems, and potential management options. READ MORE

Oct 24 2013 | Kathryn Asher

New Directions for Zoo Animal Welfare Science

This paper discusses trends in zoo animal welfare assessment toward measurement of physical, emotional and mental well-being of individual animals, as well as consideration of subjective experience and positive affective states, in addition to resource-based assessments (e.g. appropriate space, shelter, nutrition.) READ MORE

Oct 17 2013 | Kathryn Asher

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Predictive Model of Avian Electrocution Risk on Overhead Power Lines

Evaluation of the Addition of In-cage Hiding Structures and Toys and Timing of Administration of Behavioral Assessments…

Using Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal Measures for Assessing and Reducing the Stress of Dogs in Shelters: A Review

Social Networks, Long-Term Associations and Age-Related Sociability of Wild Giraffes

Outdoor Cats: Identifying Differences Between Stakeholder Beliefs, Perceived Impacts, Risk and Management

New Directions for Zoo Animal Welfare Science

Feather-Damaging Behavior in Companion Parrots: Are Species Differences Intrinsic or Caused by Variations in Husbandry?

Local Attitudes towards Bear Management after Illegal Feeding and Problem Bear Activity

Searching for Animal Sentience: A Systematic Review of the Scientific Literature

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