Otter (Lutrinae) Care Manual - Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Otter (Lutrinae) Care Manual - Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Otter (Lutrinae) Care Manual - Association of Zoos and Aquariums
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<strong>Association</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Zoos</strong> <strong>and</strong> <strong>Aquariums</strong> 102<br />
<strong>Otter</strong> (<strong>Lutrinae</strong>) <strong>Care</strong> <strong>Manual</strong><br />
(1.5.8) The institution must develop a clear process for identifying <strong>and</strong> addressing animal welfare<br />
concerns within the institution.<br />
Chapter 8<br />
(1.6.1) The institution must have a formal written enrichment program that promotes species-appropriate<br />
behavioral opportunities.<br />
(1.6.2) The institution must have a specific staff member(s) or committee assigned for enrichment<br />
program oversight, implementation, training, <strong>and</strong> interdepartmental coordination <strong>of</strong> enrichment efforts.<br />
Chapter 9<br />
(5.3) A written policy on the use <strong>of</strong> live animals in programs should be on file. Animals in education<br />
programs must be maintained <strong>and</strong> cared for by trained staff, <strong>and</strong> housing conditions must meet<br />
st<strong>and</strong>ards set for the remainder <strong>of</strong> the animal collection, including species-appropriate shelter,<br />
exercise, social <strong>and</strong> environmental enrichment, access to veterinary care, nutrition, etc. Since some<br />
<strong>of</strong> these requirements can be met outside <strong>of</strong> the primary enclosure, for example, enclosures may be<br />
reduced in size provided that the animal’s physical <strong>and</strong> psychological needs are being met.<br />
(1.5.3) If animal demonstrations are a part <strong>of</strong> the institution’s programs, an education <strong>and</strong> conservation<br />
message must be an integral component.<br />
Chapter 10<br />
(5.3) Institutions should maximize the generation <strong>of</strong> scientific knowledge gained from the animal<br />
collection. This might be achieved by participating in AZA TAG/SSP sponsored research when<br />
applicable, conducting original research projects, affiliating with local universities, <strong>and</strong>/or employing<br />
staff with scientific credentials.<br />
(5.2) Institutions must have a written policy that outlines the type <strong>of</strong> research that it conducts, methods,<br />
staff involvement, evaluations, animals to be involved, <strong>and</strong> guidelines for publication <strong>of</strong> findings.<br />
(5.1) Research activities must be under the direction <strong>of</strong> a person qualified to make informed decisions<br />
regarding research.