Distressed animal behaviors and some recommendations for improvements at the Kuala Lumpur Zoo, Malaysia.
The artificial living conditions of captive animals present numerous challenges for animal caretakers. In this study I explored abnormal behaviors in certain caged animals at the Kuala Lumpur Zoo. Findings obtained from observations of animals and interviews of the zoo staff are followed by recommendations: including the development of standards and manuals, licensing of zoos and animals, and increased budgets from governments or alternative sources. Such interventions should bring considerable improvements in animal welfare at the zoos in the region.
Haque
Amber
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Department of Psychology, International Islamic University Malaysia. amberhaque@yahoo.com
D000822:Animal Husbandry / Q000379:methods / Q000592:standards*; D000827:Animal Welfare; D000818:Animals; D000836:Animals, Zoo / Q000502:physiology* / Q000523:psychology*; D001522:Behavior, Animal / Q000502:physiology*; D017028:Caregivers / Q000193:education* / Q000523:psychology*; D006799:Housing, Animal / Q000592:standards; D006801:Humans; D008296:Malaysia