Cover art for Australian Mammals
Published
Csiro Publishing, June 2025
ISBN
9781486315277
Format
Hardcover, 864 pages
Dimensions
27cm × 21cm × 4.8cm

Australian Mammals Biology and Captive Management 2nd edition

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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.

PRAISE FOR THE FIRST EDITION:

'...this is a landmark publication and the reference for all those interested in maintaining animals in captivity...I believe it will become a 'must have' volume on the library shelves of people seriously interested in the future of Australian mammals.' Ed McAlister AO, President, World Association of Zoos and Aquariums

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