Thanks guys! How do they contain the frogs in the enclosure?
Does anyone knows of zoos displaying poison dart frogs in big (even open aired) enclosures? Thanks
A large vulture and a should be fed a varied diet, from day old chick, to rat, rabbit, carcasses, etc. A griffon I worked with would normally...
What specifically are you looking for?
The one in Germany? I have a good friend who teaches there, and I think it's a great and valuable program.
Just sent you guys a private message on facebook. I might be able to help with training stuff if you're still interested. Miguel
It can be done... I started working at a zoo as a ride operator for the summer, moved to sound tech, and finally got a job with birds as...
I'm looking for interesting and innovative graphic interactive signs in zoos for a presentation. Anyone knows of any good examples? Thanks
Some guys I know (fellow animal trainers) are involved with the production of a documentary about FC and PC with elephants... Check out the...
What does that looks like?? :p As for the other problems, unfortunately I don't think I can solve them with animal training (if things were...
Thanks Headkeeper! I can see why that can be a problem. I'm focusing on those kind of problems and how they can be solved through a behavior...
Hi everyone, I'm working on a presentation about the most common behavioral issues (also called "problems") that zookeepers encounter during...
What's the belly of the whale idea? I got curious... :p
I'm looking for ideas on what kind of interactive / immersive experience would people like to experience in a South American walk through aviary?
Mal, are you looking for husbandry manuals and that sort of stuff? I'm an animal trainer, so my experience with zoos is also focused on that area...
Thanks for your input kc7gr!! BOPguy, it would be interesting if you can let us know (even by PM) where you volunteer?
Hi Pertinax, yes, free lofted birds refers to birds kept in aviaries, flights or mews... I agree, that captive birds (like all captive animals)...
Hi BOPguy, I'd suggest you'd read this http://iaate.org/pdfs/PositionStatement-Tethering.pdf I have mixed feelings about this issue. I'm a bird...
Mal, what sort of training are you looking for? I might be able to help in some ways...
There's a few professional specific associations where you can get information on training and enrichment. I'm a member of some of them, and...
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