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Oct 12 2016 | Faunalytics

Exotic Pet Cruelty: A Case Study Of Slow Lorises

New research shows that slow lorises develop repetitive movements, posture, or speech due to stress endured in the exotic pet trade. READ MORE

Aug 3 2016 | Faunalytics

Building An Animal Utopia: The Oklahoma Study

The Oklahoma Animal Study is devoted to improving the welfare for animals in every sector. Can it become a model for other states or regions? READ MORE

Jul 27 2016 | Faunalytics

The Role Of NGOs In Fighting The Exotic Pet Trade

This case study from Peru looks at the exotic pet trade and ways that NGOs could work with governments to help combat the industry. READ MORE

Feb 16 2016 | karol orzechowski

Using Market Data To Fight The Wild Bird Trade Strategically

Using market data may be more efficient than using field data in determining which birds are most at risk in the wildlife trade. READ MORE

Feb 14 2016 | karol orzechowski

A Potential Decline In The Wild Cat Trade

The trade in wild cats from Myanmar may be decreasing, and the change may be partly due to China's influence. READ MORE

Dec 5 2015 | karol orzechowski

Birdsong and Volume: What Does a Loud Song Mean?

This study suggests that the volume of birdsong may be driven by size, health, and the ability to withstand social aggression from rivals. READ MORE

Nov 13 2015 | karol orzechowski

Seattle: A Shipping Hub For Exotic Animals

An in-depth investigative report shows that Seattle is one of the key ports for the exotic animal trade in the U.S. READ MORE

Sep 6 2015 | karol orzechowski

The Challenges of Keeping an Exotic Companion

Providing a suitable environment and adequate living conditions for exotic companions is a challenging endeavor, but here are some basic guidelines that can help. READ MORE

Mar 13 2015 | karol orzechowski

Study on Activity Pattern and Incidence of Stereotypic Behavior in Captive Tigers

This study from India looks at the housing of captive tigers at Nandankanan Zoological Park. It sought to evaluate the tigers' welfare conditions by recording measurements of their stereotypical behaviors, such as pacing and repetitive circling. The researchers looked at how 19 captive tigers spent their time living in the zoo, specifically seeing when circling and pacing was most pronounced, and evaluating their findings. The study shows that, even in habitats which are considered "enriched" or made to seem more naturalistic, tigers still exhibit sterotypies that indicate they are living in poor welfare conditions. READ MORE

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