Validating a human biotelemetry system for use in captive blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) [0.03%]
验证用于圈养蓝角马（Connochaetes taurinus）的人类生物遥测系统有效性
Liesel L Laubscher,Louwrens C Hoffman,Neville I Pitts et al.
Liesel L Laubscher et al.
We fitted two blue wildebeest (Connochaetes taurinus) with modified versions of the Equivital™ EQ02 wireless monitoring system to evaluate if the device could accurately measure heart rate and respiration rate in this species whilst anaest...
Diagnosing domoic acid toxicosis in the California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) using behavioral criteria: A novel approach [0.03%]
利用行为指标诊断加州海狮(Domocoic酸中毒的新型方法_zalophus_californianus)(domotic酸毒症）
Christiana Wittmaack,Garet P Lahvis,Edward O Keith et al.
Christiana Wittmaack et al.
Domoic acid toxicosis in the California sea lion (Zalophus californianus) is difficult to diagnose using presence of toxin alone because the duration of domoic acid presence in blood and urine is generally less than 48 hr following exposure...
Environmental conditions associated with repetitive behavior in a group of African elephants [0.03%]
影响一组非洲象重复性行为的环境因素分析
Matthew J Hasenjager,Richard A Bergl
Matthew J Hasenjager
Repetitive movement patterns are commonly observed in zoo elephants. The extent to which these behaviors constitute a welfare concern varies, as their expression ranges from stereotypies to potentially beneficial anticipatory behaviors. Nev...
Aspects of digestive anatomy, feed intake and digestion in the Chinese pangolin (Manis pentadactyla) at Taipei zoo [0.03%]
中国穿山甲（Manis pentadactyla）的消化解剖、摄食和消化特征的研究
Mei Fong Lin,Chi-Yen Chang,Ci Wen Yang et al.
Mei Fong Lin et al.
Pangolins are considered difficult to maintain in zoos, often attributed to problems in feeding management. Taipei Zoo's designation as a wildlife rescue center for Chinese pangolins (Manis pentadactyla) has resulted in long term feeding ex...
Thevin Vongpralub,Wittaya Chinchiyanond,Pornchai Hongkuntod et al.
Thevin Vongpralub et al.
Little is known of the different freezing and thawing techniques for post-thaw survival of spermatozoa in Sambar deer. So, this study determined the effect of seminal plasma, egg yolk and glycerol extenders and their concentrations, plus co...
Assessment of the reproductive physiology of the potto (Perodicticus potto) through fecal hormone metabolite analyses and trans-abdominal ultrasonography [0.03%]
粪便激素代射物分析和经腹超声波在婴指猴(Perodicticus potto)生殖生理学评估中的应用
Katherine M MacKinnon,Michael J Guilfoyle,William F Swanson et al.
Katherine M MacKinnon et al.
Potto (Perodicticus potto) reproductive biology has been minimally studied. Noninvasive endocrinology and ultrasonography are proven tools for reproductive assessment in other primates. In this study, we used fecal hormone metabolite analys...
Stability of social behavior in captive American Flamingos (Phoenicopterus ruber): A quantitative case study [0.03%]
人工饲养的火烈鸟社群行为的稳定性定量案例研究
Austin L Hughes
Austin L Hughes
Over a three-year period a captive American flamingo (Phoenicopterus ruber) group showed recurring seasonal changes in the pattern of agonistic behavior. In spite of seasonal changes in the rates of agonistic behavior, dominance relations w...
Optimal husbandry of hatchling Eastern Indigo Snakes (Drymarchon couperi) during a captive head-start program [0.03%]
人工饲养东部靛蛇(Drymarchon couperi)幼体的最优方法
Michael P Wines,Valerie M Johnson,Brad Lock et al.
Michael P Wines et al.
Optimal husbandry techniques are desirable for any headstart program, but frequently are unknown for rare species. Here we describe key reproductive variables and determine optimal incubation temperature and diet diversity for Eastern Indig...
Effects of seasonal changes in dietary energy on body weight of captive Japanese macaques (Macaca fuscata) [0.03%]
饮食中能量季节性变化对圈养日本猴体重的影响
Kouhei Aoki,Syuuhei Mitsutsuka,Ato Yamazaki et al.
Kouhei Aoki et al.
Food availability varies seasonally for wild animals, and body weight fluctuates accordingly in the wild. In contrast, controlling availability of diet under captive condition is difficult from keepers' standpoint, and monotonous diet often...
The diet of free-roaming Australian Central Bearded Dragons (Pogona vitticeps) [0.03%]
澳大利亚中央胡须龙（Pogona vitticeps）的野外饮食结构
D G A B Oonincx,J P van Leeuwen,W H Hendriks et al.
D G A B Oonincx et al.
The central bearded dragon (Pogona vitticeps) is one of the most popular pet lizards. However, little is known regarding their nutrient requirement, or their natural diet. Therefore, the stomach contents of 14 free-roaming P. vitticeps were...