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Zoos And Aquariums

Jul 26 2024 | Faunalytics

Cetaceans In Culture, Mythology, And Society

This report documents how cetaceans have been represented in culture over time, and how this impacts efforts to end cetacean captivity and exploitation. READ MORE

Jun 7 2024 | Narges Kalantari

Environmental Enrichment For Captive Chimpanzees

Environmental enrichment is crucial for captive chimp welfare. This study explores important factors to consider for a successful enrichment strategy. READ MORE

May 6 2024 | Stephen Vrla

Individual Vs. Population Welfare At Zoos And Aquaria

Measuring welfare for individual animals is different from measuring population-wide welfare. These authors argue that zoo and aquarium professionals should use both methods together. READ MORE

Mar 15 2024 | Elena Schaller

How Social Media Affects Perceptions Of Zoo Animals

With the rising popularity of social media, zoos and wild animal conservation groups need to understand how images make their animals appear to the public. READ MORE

Feb 26 2024 | Leah Kelly

Why Culture Is Important For Captive Animals

Philosophy scholars call for a deeper understanding of the cultural needs of captive animals and discuss why culture is important to their welfare. READ MORE

Dec 18 2023 | Katy Myers

Protecting Animals Harmed By Human Conflict

This report explores the many ways that human-caused conflict can impact different animal groups, and what advocates can do to help. READ MORE

Nov 9 2023 | Eugenia Arria

Making Animal Welfare Assessments More Inclusive

Non-mammal welfare can be difficult to measure with existing tools. This study shows how welfare assessments can become more inclusive to all animals. READ MORE

Sep 5 2023 | Mona Zahir

Do Zoos Value Animals As Individuals?

This article explores how zoo officials navigate the moral dilemma of prioritizing wild species over individual wild animals. READ MORE

Aug 17 2023 | Katy Myers

Gaps In Zookeepers’ Animal Welfare Education

A more structured approach to zookeeper training may help to improve animal welfare at zoos. READ MORE

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