1979 International Zoo Yearbook Volume 19 edited by P.J.S. Olney
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1979 International Zoo Yearbook Volume 19 edited by P.J.S. Olney
Format: Hardcover, 450 pages
Publisher: The Zoological Society of London, 1979
ISBN: 0
Condition: Good; Slightly racked; No dust jacket; Foxing on spine; Text clear and clean.
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The 1979 International Zoo Yearbook Volume 19, edited by P.J.S. Olney, is a reference volume and professional journal primarily focused on reptiles in captivity, along with sections on general new developments in zoo management and a comprehensive reference section.
The core of Volume 19 is a dedicated section on reptiles, featuring 29 papers on various species in both wild and captive environments.
Species Covered: Articles discuss the management and biology of crocodiles, tortoises, tuatara, snakes, and lizards.
The papers cover topics related to the keeping and study of these animals, including aspects of their natural history and captive care.
In addition to the main theme, the volume includes standard sections that are a staple of the International Zoo Yearbook series.
New Developments in the Zoo World: This section comprises articles on various advancements and techniques in the field, such as breeding programs, animal husbandry, hand-rearing, and the design of buildings and exhibits.
Reference Section: This comprehensive section is an essential resource for zoo professionals. It includes information on global zoos, aquariums, and bird parks, as well as studbooks (records of captive animals for breeding management) and a census of rare animals in captivity in 1978.
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