A Global Survey of Current Zoo Housing and Husbandry Practices for Fossa: A Preliminary Review
The fossa is a specialized Malagasy carnivore housed in ex situ facilities since the late 19th century. Moderate breeding success has occurred since the 1970s, and welfare issues (notably stereotypic pacing behaviour) are commonly documented. To understand challenges relating to fossa housing and hu...
Main Authors: | Jessica J. Harley, Lisa O’Hara, Paul E. Rose |
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2021-07-01
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Series: | Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/2673-5636/2/3/28 |
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