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- Title
Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare, Ethics, and Behavior.
- Authors
Miller, David S.; Dudzinski, Kathleen M.; Anthony, Raymond; Hill, Heather Manitzas; Stafford, Grey
- Abstract
This document is a summary of a special issue of the journal Animals, which focuses on the welfare, ethics, and behavior of animals in zoos and aquariums. The authors emphasize the importance of continually improving animal welfare in these settings through transparent and scientifically rigorous research. They acknowledge the diversity of philosophical views on keeping animals in captivity and highlight the role of zoos and aquariums in conservation efforts. The papers in this issue cover a range of topics, including the ethics and legal concerns of zoo and aquarium species, strategies for improving animal welfare, and the need to critically evaluate data on controversial topics. The authors stress the need for ongoing dialogue and collaboration to advance animal welfare in these settings.
- Subjects
ANIMAL welfare; ZOO animals; WILDLIFE reintroduction; HUMAN-animal relationships; ANIMAL training; ANIMAL diversity; WILDLIFE conservation; MARINE mammals
- Publication
Animals (2076-2615), 2024, Vol 14, Issue 11, p1552
- ISSN
2076-2615
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.3390/ani14111552