Abstract

The environment an animal experiences during its development has an important effect on its behavior. Such ontogenetic effects are of particular importance to captive breeding institutions because they can lead to divergences in the behavior of wild and captive animals, which can be problematic if animals are to be reintroduced into the wild. Behavioral problems associated with captivity include high levels of stress and/or aggression, a reduced response to predators, and the expression of abnormal repetitive behaviors. Studies of animal behavior can play an important role in ameliorating these effects; this is essential not only for the welfare of captive animals, but also for their educational and conservation value.

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