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Australian Mammals

Australian Mammals

Biology and Captive Management

by Stephen M. Jackson
Hardback
Publication Date: 18/09/2025

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Australian Mammals: Biology and Captive Management is a complete guide to the husbandry of all groups of Australian mammals.

This second edition has been updated based on the latest research, bringing together current knowledge of the biology and behaviour of each species in captive situations and providing guidance for hand rearing. It covers advances from the last 20 years, including developments in assisted breeding, genetic techniques, updated taxonomy and the importance of Australian mammal welfare, both physical and mental.

Written in collaboration with experts in captive management, ecology and veterinary science, chapters are presented for each taxonomic group of Australian mammals. Each chapter covers animal welfare, natural history, housing requirements, general husbandry, feeding requirements, handling and transport, health requirements, behaviour, breeding and artificial rearing.

Australian Mammals provides practical guidance for zookeepers, veterinarians, zoologists, researchers and students.

ISBN:
9781041022916
9781041022916
Category:
Animal husbandry
Format:
Hardback
Publication Date:
18-09-2025
Publisher:
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Country of origin:
United Kingdom
Pages:
850
Dimensions (mm):
280x210mm
Weight:
1.75kg
Stephen M. Jackson

Dr Stephen M. Jackson is a zoologist who has studied the behaviour, ecology, captive management and taxonomy of Australian mammals for over 30 years. He has had various roles including zookeeper, zoo curator, zoo regulator, lecturer, wildlife consultant and author. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales, associate of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC and currently works at the Australian Museum in Sydney.

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