Zoo Science
Do Founder groups forms the basis of the ex situ population?
new genetic blood in a captive group
Is CITIES participation mandatory?
no
Does an animal ever loose its accession #?
no-never loses but can have new one
What zoo was the 1st official zoo in the US?
Philadelphia Zoo
What type of organization generally does not believe in using animals at all?
animal rights groups
It takes approximately ______ year to complete the AZA Accreditation process
1
Which group is an animal welfare group?
1) American Humane Association (AHA) 2)ASPCA: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
List 4 reasons people originally started keeping animals
1) enjoyment of kings 2) gifts 3) wealth and power 4) war tools
Zoo populations differ from wild populations. We discussed 3 important differences
1) populations are much smaller 2) divided into small-sub populations 3) live in different conditions
Describe the differences between CITIES Appendix I, II, and III
Appendix I- species threatened with extinction Appendix 2- species not under threat of extinction, but trade needs to be controlled Appendix 3- species that is protected in at least 1 other country, and has other CITIES
What does AZA stand for
Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Conservation work that happen in its original place is called
in situ
The ultimate goal of ______ is to provide support for the survival of species in their natural environment
in situ/ ex situ
The most critically endangered captive populations have_________ regulations around their captive breeding program
less
AZA accreditation last for ______ years
5
To become an SSP species there must be a minimum of _______ animals in the captive population
50
Describe how AZA and ZAA are similar and different zoo member organizations
AZA and ZAA are both: -accreditation -promote conservation -support care of captive wildlife -combat false accusations against Animal Welfare Groups Differences: -AZA accreditation is a 6 month process -AZA has an inspection w/ 2-4 individuals -AZA has to get reaccredited every 5 years -ZAA less extensive process for accreditation -ZAA does not force zoos to comply with conservation goals -AZA has greater programs and resources for zookeepers
What is the major difference between animal rights and animal welfare?
Animal Tights=animal protection - believe that animals should not be in captivity -questions whether animals should be used at all Animal Welfare -believe that animals can be kept in captivity as long as well cared for -animals can be used but must be humane
Under the USDA what does AWA stand for?
Animal welfare act
To operate as a zoo open to the public you must have a USDA class ____ exhibitors license
C
What type of USDA license does a nature center or rehabilitation center need?
Class E
What is the biggest problem any organization faces?
Communication
Name and discuss two of the areas that AZA focuses on during accreditation
Finance- make sure no one is profiting under the table from zoos earnings, and that the zoo is not spending money on frivolous ting that the animals or institution does not need Enclosures- making sure there is no rust, broken enrichment toys, nothing the animal could hurt themselves on, and that the enclosure keeps the animals safe and the keepers safe, by making sure the enclosure is meeting safety regulation compliances
What is the difference between a green and yellow SSP program
Green Level: SSP species must have 90 percent genetic diversity for at least 100 years and must adhere to all AZA policies Yellow Level: SSP species must have at least 50 individuals and non-AZA members do not need to be approved by WCMC
If an animal tugs on a rope and gets a reward it is an example of ________ enrichment
Responsive
this type of enrichment gives an animal some control over its environment
Responsive
When creating an enrichment plan, what 6 steps should you go through? List them in order
SPIDER Setting Goals Planning Implementing Documenting Evaluating Re-adjusting
T or F APHIS has jurisdiction over mammals and birds but does not currently insect bird facilities
T
T or F AZA is NOT the governmental governing body that regulates all zoos and aquariums
T
T or F Early zoos were very competitive and rarely shared info with other zoos
T
T or F If a species is not necessarily threatened with extinction, but in which trade must be controlled in order to avoid utilization incompatible with their survival it is considered CITIES Appendix III
T
T or F If you had questions or concerns about contraception of species, you would contact the AZA
T
T or F Species that are PMPs (red SSPs) have more flexibility than green or yellow populations are in greater need of captive breeding
T
T or F- Few zoos and aquariums today operate purely under one management type. It is simply to expensive to run a zoo w/out some type of tax base
T
USDA stands for
U.S. Department of Agriculture
Only 1 GAN # per animal, individual # given to an individual animal
What is a GAN #?
What is Species 360?
Zoo data base
Name 2 of the 5 core elements under the AZA mission and describe them
best practices and programs= new husbandry techniques and keeper further learning programs conservation of species through programs like SAFE and SSPs
How did Hagenbeck revolutionize zoo exhibits
called panoramas were more naturalistic, moated, non-barred and grouped in arrangements to show predator-prey relationships
Three benefits of AZA accreditation are: public, confidence, attract high quality staff, and _______ is a key component to every animal husbandry program
enrichment
___________ was the main purpose or early zoos
entertainment
Conservation work that happens out of its original place (captivity) is called
ex situ
When trying to make sure that you do not get negative press sparked from animal rights groups, it is very important to tell your story _______
first
What is the most common form of enrichment?
food
What is a per cap?
how much each guest needs to spend to meet budget
What type of enrichment at boomer ball?
passive
This enrichment is the quickest and easiest to do
positive
A zoo science program should always offer some type of _______________
practical experience
A zoo that is run by an individual or family is considered a _______________ institution
private
Housing animals in groups that mirror their natural social patterns is a form of ___________ enrichment
social
Sedgwick County Zoo is run y the country and _____________? This is called a public private partnership
society
During an evaluation, a staff person should never be____ by the info presented
surprised
The mission of the SSP program is to ensure the _______ of selected wildlife species
survival
When going in font of the AZA Accreditation commission your institution can be denied, granted, or _________
tabled
All _______ animals are covered under the AWA but not all are regulated
warm-blooded
