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Anthropogenic Impacts on Polar Bear Biology and the Arctic Ecosystem.
(2013-12-16)
Despite its relative distance from most populated regions of the world, the Arctic has been significantly impacted by anthropogenic contamination and climate change. The entire Arctic ecosystem has been affected, with ...
Enrichment Comparison Of African Painted Dogs (Lycaon pictus) Housed In U.S. AZA-Accredited Institutions
(2013-12-16)
Enrichment encourages the diversity of naturally occurring behaviors, increases activity, and reduces stereotypic behavior. By considering the life-history and behavior of each carnivore species, more effective enrichment ...
Problem-Solving with Orangutans (Pongo pygmaeus and Pongo abelii) and Chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes): Using the IPAD to Provide Novel Enrichment Opportunities
(2013-12-16)
The Houston Zoo is home to ten chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes) and six orangutans (Pongo
pygmaeus and Pongo abelii). The iPad was recently introduced and evaluated for a six month
time period to determine if it was a ...