Monitoring Thermoregulation Patterns in Asian Elephants (<i>Elephas maximus</i>) in Winter Months in Southwestern Ontario Using Infrared Thermography

Monitoring Thermoregulation Patterns in Asian Elephants (<i>Elephas maximus</i>) in Winter Months in Southwestern Ontario Using Infrared Thermography

Given the current and future threats to Asian elephants (<i>Elephas maximus</i>), maintaining a sustainable ex situ population is crucial for the longevity of the species. Using Infrared Thermography (IRT), thermoregulation of Asian elephants at low ambient temperatures was examined. The...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors: Janel Lefebvre, Charlie Gray, Taryn Prosser, Amy Chabot
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-04-01
Series:Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens
Subjects:
infrared thermography
<i>Elephas maximus</i>
thermal windows
age
behavior
weight
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2673-5636/4/2/26

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https://www.mdpi.com/2673-5636/4/2/26

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