Wild Mammals in Captivity: Principles and Techniques

by SusanLumpkin (Author), Devra G Kleiman (Author), VThompson (Author), Mary E Allen (Author)

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  1997

  $3.25

  This study focuses on new approaches to the management of wild animals in captivity. This text surveys field and captive studies of animal behaviour, advance in captive breeding, research in physiology, genetics and nutrition, and new thinking in animal management and welfare. Covering every significant scientific, technical and management issue, this resource is aimed at all who work directly with mammals, or who are concerned with their management and conservation. The naturalists Gerald and Lee Durrell have contributed forewords to the book.