Dear Colleague,
A troublesome week. Software failure meant that my connection to the
internet failed. Not only was I unable to do any searches but was
unable to receive or send any mail. In fact a lot of mail was lost
completely. Somehow I have managed to sort the first two problems out
but am still struggling (and pulling my hair out) with the third. So
my apologies to those of you who were awaiting replies to letters.
You are not forgotten, it is just a bit more difficult to acomplish
than previous. Providing your letter was not one of the lost.
Hopefully I will get it sorted this next couple of weeks. I am
currently concentrating on trying to recover other projects I have
lost. If it wasn't for my continued generous loan of a laptop I would
find it difficult to accomplish anything.
Enough of personal problems. This foot and mouth plague continues to
worsen. The first confirmed case in France today (13th March). More
cases each day in the UK and no sign of peaking or levelling off. It
is a worrying time for us all in Europe. Conspiracy theories abound.
I note that Calgary in Canada is starting to take precautions. A wise
move I believe. This is no time for anyone to become complacent. We
are only too familiar that animal related industries are affected to
some degree. It doesn't stop there though. The whole tourist industry
and associated suppliers are suffering too. A friend of a friend who
supplies fruit and veg to local hotels has seen his daily turnover
drop from £400 to just £5. There are many worse off than him. At
least he had some cash come in.
As far as I am aware all the zoos which did close still remain
closed. This is definitely starting to hurt. The weather has been
dry, cool and pleasant. In fact, perfect zoo visit weather, and not a
visitor in sight. Easter is not too far away. The thought of zoos
being closed then is a very worrying thought. The UK's largest zoo
has even raised the subject of bankruptcy.
If you have a visit to the UK planned however. Don't cancel. In the
towns and cities everything is as normal. We still have all the usual
touristy things and the food remains excellent. Even the beef is
great. I have never stopped eating it. It is just the countryside
that is `no go' right now. This nasty little virus is spread so
easily, in the air, by birds, cars, hay, people, foxes no doubt and
so much more. In fact it would be difficult to think of something
which it could not hitch a lift with. Surprising too is the range of
creatures that can affected by it. Grey Squirrels, Hedgehogs,
Camelids, Porcupines, Bears. Not a cloven hoof in sight.
Despite 7 Decades Free of Foot-and-Mouth, U.S. Can't Rest Easy
http://www.iht.com/articles/12321.html
Foot-and-mouth crisis far from over, cases top 100
(Copenhagen Zoo)
http://www.oweb.com/newslink/international/FootandMouthP0686.html
Foot-and-mouth prompts Dutch zoo to deter some visitors
(Artis Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_233926.html
Paris zoos close over foot-and-mouth fears
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_230268.html
Foot and mouth leaves zoo animals pining for visitors
(Bristol Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_229735.html
Dutch close zoos to prevent foot-and-mouth
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_224477.html
Arkansas zoo is urged to forget elephant plan
http://www.dallasnews.com/texas_southwest/310064_arelephant_13t.html
Privatizing zoo will be considered
(Houston Zoo)
http://www.chron.com/cs/CDA/story.hts/metropolitan/846178
Cameron Park Zoo adds third lion
http://www.accesswaco.com/auto/feed/news/local/2001/03/06/983924255.18
320.0238.0160.html
Hogle Zoo's Youngest Asian Elephant Dies
http://www.sltrib.com/03062001/utah/77108.htm
Elephant Ellen to get companion at LR Zoo
http://www.ardemgaz.com/today/ark/A1xellen10.html
It's elephant aerobics for pregnant Rafiki
(Toledo Zoo)
http://www.postnet.com/postnet/News/wires.nsf/StateRegion/6C6928B583F8
801E86256A0A006E9623?OpenDocument
Leopard in French zoo had feline version of mad-cow disease
http://www.sun-
sentinel.com/news/daily/detail/0,1136,37500000000125556,00.html
Mid-state marine treatment centers filled with sick turtles
http://www.jacksonville.com/tu-
online/apnews/stories/031301/D7AN5SKG0.html
Frozen Zoo offers future for animals
http://www.oklahoman.com/cgi-bin/show_article?
ID=651503&pic=none&TP=getlifestyle
Bonobo Field Researcher Spearheads Congo Parks Relief Mission
http://www.usnewswire.com/topnews/Current_Releases/0309-148.html
Experts aghast at breeding center, say its tigers should be
euthanized
(Heilongjiang Siberian Tiger Park)
http://archives.seattletimes.nwsource.com/cgi-
bin/texis/web/vortex/display?slug=tigerpark09&date=20010309
Tigress dies in Vizag zoo
(Indira Gandhi Zoological Park)
http://www.indiaserver.com/thehindu/2001/03/10/stories/0410201e.htm
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Hello Singapore!!
One of my keepers, Sarah Lawrence, has resigned and will be making a
once in a lifetime trip around the world. She will be travelling on a
very limited budget (don't all zoo staff?). She will be in Singapore
22nd to 24th March and is looking for cheap accommodation and someone
to show her round zoo etc. If you are in a position to help please e-
mail me and I will pass your message on. Thanks.
Peter Dickinson peter@elvinhow.prestel.co.uk
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ABWAK AGM meeting has been cancelled.
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Since 1994, the Zoological Society of San Diego, in conjunction with
the Australian Koala Foundation (AKF), has been organizing teams of
representatives from interested zoos to assist in collecting field
data in Australia with regard to koala habitat utilization and tree
species preferences. The data gathered will be analyzed to develop
regional models for habitat use by koalas and to subsequently
complete further computerized Geographic Information System based
mapping specific to koalas called the 'Koala Habitat Atlas'.
Two 2001 field expeditions are currently being offered to zoo
representatives interested in participating in this koala
conservation effort. Proposed dates for the expeditions are as
follows:
1. August 12 to 25 (Noosa. Queensland): This trip will continue
investigation of the impacts of habitat fragmentation in this area,
to refine the identification of Habitat Linking Areas and Habitat
Buffers, and to prepare for the production of a Shire-wide Koala Plan
of Management. Participants will be charged US$1,000 for room, board
and transportation for the duration of the field work. Participants
will fly in to Brisbane, and will be transported by the AKF to field
work locations in Noosa.
2. November 4 to 17 (New South Wales South Western Slopes/South
Eastern Highlands): This trip will incorporate the AKF's "Status of
the Koala" conference, being held in Canberra from 5 to 7 November.
The field trip following the conference will be the first to this
region of New South Wales, and will aim to collect initial data on
tree species preference and habitat use, as well as population
distribution. Participants will be charged US$1,200 to attend both
the full conference and the field trip (all room, board and
transportation costs covered for the duration of the conference and
field work), or US$800 to attend the field trip component alone. The
field trip will focus on a number of target areas within an
approximately 150km radius of Canberra and will depart from Canberra
on the morning of 8 November. Participants will fly in to Canberra
and will be transported by the AKF to field work locations.
Accommodation during the field work may be in dormitory type
facilities with participants helping to prepare group meals. Total
costs incurred by each participant include the prices above, plus
airfare and any extra costs incurred outside of the actual field
work, such as hotel and meal expense before or after the field work
is complete. Spaces are limited and will be filled on a first come
first serve basis.
Interested participants should contact Valerie Thompson by mail, fax,
phone, or e-mail as listed : Valerie Thompson, Associate Curator of
Mammals, San Diego Zoo, P.O. Box 120551, San Diego, CA 92112-0551;
phone (619) 685-3226, fax (619) 232-4117, e-mail
vthompson@sandiegozoo.org
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Judith Gagen, Director of Public Relations of Indianapolis Zoological
Society, Inc was one of many people who sent their kind thoughts and
wishes to us in these times of F & M. Thanks to you all.
Judith also sent the following news: "Thought you would like to know
that our baby elephant reached her one year birthday this past
Tuesday - 800 pounds & going strong! There was a nice story on
this and our planned expansion of our elephant exhibit in the 3/6/01
edition of the Indianapolis Star. Also, just spoke with a Charlotte
Scott at the BBC, who tells me they are working on a three-part
series for `Inside Animals' that will detail artificial insemination
for elephants. Since it's being done in cooperation with the
Discovery Channel, we should see it over here at some point."
Thanks Judith
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Shape of Enrichment Video Library - Europe
The habitat where an animal lives, is made up of a rich mix of a
diversity of stimuli. The organism must respond appropriately in
order to survive and reproduce. The environment consists of living
and non living components. In the wild the animals have to search for
their food, shelter, conspecifics, predators and defend territories.
Captivity can affect drastically animal behaviour. Boredom is the
resulting effect and enrichment should enhance the active character
of behaviour. There is a need for promoting increasing natural
behaviour and reducing abnormal patterns of behaviour. Environmental
enrichment is the provision of stimuli of species-appropriate
behavioural and mental activities in an understimulating environment
in captivity.
Managing the environment of captive animals may give them an optimise
their activity time, and display some behaviours that they show in
the wild. There are two different approaches for environmental
enrichment: The "naturalistic" and the "mechanistic" one.
Main items:
a) social dynamics (interspecific interactions, composing certain
groups or/ and exchange individuals, depending on the social
structure of certain species).
b) socialised enclosures (intraspecific interactions, by keeping
certain species together).
c) nutrition (food related enrichment depending on quantity, size,
time of donation and degree of availability.
d) structuring the enclosures for species specific use.
e) keeper (human contact and interactions)
f) visitor guiding (selected possibilities for creating areas for
interactions between visitors and animals but also hiding areas).
Enrichment is not merely a slogan anymore, but has become a main
aspect of modern zoo biology. Thus some of the issues which Heini
Hediger promoted already 50 years ago are now gaining significance.
Meanwhile, enrichment conferences and seminars are held regularly not
only in the States, but also in Europe.
A working group called "Shape of Enrichment" was founded in the
United States in 1991, which focuses on enrichment for zoo and
wildlife animals and is run as a non-profit organisation since 1996.
In close co-operation with AAZK (American Association of Zoo
Keepers), one of their key activities was, beside the issue of a
periodical of the same name, the building up of a video library,
whose video tapes are lent free of charge to interested institutions.
The request for information on this topic grew considerably, owing to
the spirit of the times. Enrichment is not merely a slogan anymore,
but has become a main aspect of modern zoo biology.
On January 1st, 2001, Schoenbrunn Zoo opened the European subsidiary
and offers the entire "Shape of Enrichment" video collection for loan
to interested colleagues in Europe, Africa and the Near East.
Institutions can borrow up to three videos at once, for a fortnight.
Presently, the collection comprises 48 different video tapes in PAL
and NTSC systems.
The present different methods of behavioral enrichment for different
species of birds and mammals and their respective behavioral patterns.
"Shape of Enrichment" European subsidiary can be reached on the
Internet: http://www.enrichment.org/index.html with an order form
and detailed conditions for interested institutions.
With this new service of the Schoenbrunn Zoo is it now possible to
deliver this specific Videos to the different geographical regions
much easier and quicker. In addition we are working at the
Schoenbrunn Zoo on new video films in close co-operation with other
zoos.
It will suffice to fill in the order form directly via internet or
print it out and fax it to Schoenbrunn Zoo. Kindly address inquiries
directly to Harald Schwammer hschwammer@zoovienna.at or
Sabine Frühwirth sabinef@zoovienna.at
Fax +43 1 877 96 41.
Dr. Harald M. Schwammer
Vice Director
Vienna Zoo
Maxingstrasse 13B
A-1130 Vienna / Austria
http:/www.zoovienna.at
Title_ Institution__
Mixed Species Exhibits by Animal Choice_The Zoo__
Enrichment at the Taronga Zoo_Taronga Zoo__
Behavioural Enrichment by the People for the Animals_Rotterdam Zoo__
Environmental Enrichment: Advancing Animal Care_UFAW__
Habitat Enrichment Ideas from the Topeka Zoo_Topeka Zoo__
That´s Enrichment!_The Shape of Enrichment, Inc.__
A Look at Enrichment_The Shape of Enrichment Inc.__
Primates with Boomer Balls_Boomer Ball__
Gorilla Enrichment_Columbus Zoo__
Gorilla Enrichment_Denver Zoo__
Orangutan Medical Behavior Training_Brookfield Zoo, Illinois__
Stressless Research Monkey Capture_Animal Welfare Institute__
Primate Enrichment_Dallas Zoo__
Primate Enrichmente_Burnett Park Zoo__
Bungee Jumping Monkeys_Philadelphia Zoo__
Three Observations of Callitrichids Using an Artificial Gum Tree_The
Lubee Foundations__
Fruit Bat Enrichment_The Lubee Foundation__
Cat Enrichment_Dallas Zoo__
Caracass Feeding at Wildlife Safari
Bears with Boomer Balls_Boomer Ball__
The Bear Neccessities: Captive Enrichment for Polar Bears_UFAW__
Building a Polar Bear Den at the Calgary Zoo_Calgary Zoo, Canada_
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Sea Otter Enrichment_Monterey Bay Aquarium__
Kansas City Giraffe and Rhino Enrichment___
Mission: Enrichment (hoofed stock)_Dallas Zoo__
Positive Approach to Parrots as Pets, Tape 1: Understanding Bird
Behavior_Natural Encounters__
Positive Approach to Parrots as Pets, Tape 2: Training through
Positive Reinforcement_Natural Encounters__
Target Training_Brookfield Zoo, Illinois__
The Training Game_Brookfield Zoo, Illinois__
Enrichment for Canivores_Sunset Zoo__
Snow Falls at Elephants_San Diego Wild Animal Park__
The Menagerie´s Medium_San Diego Zoo__
Environmental Enrichment Program_Metro Washington Park Zoo__
Enrichment Day at Utah´s Hogle Zoo_Hogle Zoo__
Enrichment at the Zoo including Tamarins on the Loose_Gulf Breeze
Zoo, Florida__
Training Program for Semen Collection in Gorillas_Henry Doorly Zoo__
Olfactory Enrichment: Rodrigue´s Flying Fox_Lubee Foundations__
Carnivore Enrichment_Kolmarden Zoo__
Bear Exhibit Renovations_Woodland Park Zoo__
Elephant Feeder Ball Introduction_San Diego Wild Animal Park__
Kangoroo and Wallaby Enrichment at the Philadelphia Zoo_Philadelphia
Zoo__
Tree Kangoroo Pouch Check Training_Brookfield Zoo, Illinois__
Primate Enrichment_Columbus Zoo__
Carnivore Enrichment_Columbus Zoo__
Columbus Zoo Enrichment_Columbus Zoo__
Manatee Enrichment_Columbus Zoo__
The ABC´s & 123´s of Enrichment_Hogle Zoo__
Taking Enrichment to the next level_Hogle Zoo__
Video Library
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Experience "Zoo Africa", Munda Wanga, Zambia.
Three week volunteer opportunities available for those interested in
gaining hands on experience at a third world Zoo, finding its feet
after years of neglect. Interested? send for more information.
Contact Sarah Wagner. Limited places available for 2001.
Munda Wanga Trust
PO Box 38267
Lusaka
Zambia
Tel: 00-260-1-278456
Fax: 00-260-1-278529
email: biopark@zamnet.zm
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Zoo Staff Personals
Looking for work? Someone to travel with? Somewhere to stay? Let me
know and I will post it here.
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Situations Vacant
(Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should
you apply for any of these posts, many thanks) Do you have a vacancy
to advertise? Please email me.
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Field Research Opportunity
Sumatran Tiger Research Project
Chris Carbone, Research Fellow at the Institute of Zoology, is
looking for a volunteer to help set up and conduct a secondary sign
survey of tigers in South-eastern Sumatra. The project is scheduled
to start in May 2001 and run for three months.
The volunteer should ideally have field work experience in the
tropics, a Bsc, or equivalent experience and preferably have some
experience with monitoring animals (e.g. knowledge of mapping
software, GPS data recording, tracking etc,. would be very useful.
All costs of travel, medical expenses and living costs during the
survey will be covered by the project.
Anyone interested in applying should contact Chris Carbone:
Chris Carbone,
Research Fellow,
Institute of Zoology,
The Zoological Society of London,
Regent's Park,
London.
NW1 4RY
Tel: (44) 020 7449-6634
Fax: (44) 020 748 2237
e-mail: chris.carbone@ioz.ac.uk
The deadline for receipt of applications is 16th March 2001
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Job Posting
National Aviary in Pittsburgh
Posted March 4, 2001
Department Animal Care
Position Area Lead Keeper
Type Hourly, Non-Exempt
Pay Range $21,749 - $28,644, plus benefits
Start Date Immediate
Deadline March 31, 2001
Responsibilities
Oversee the smooth functioning of your assigned section and act as
team leader for assigned staff. Responsible for care, observations,
knowledge and well being of all animals in appointed area. Area Lead
Keeper is the representative for assigned area and as such is
responsible for the order, cleanliness, efficiency and "look" of
designated section.
Duties
Coordinates daily activities of staff assigned to Area Lead Keeper's
section including, training and motivating keepers, and ensuring that
all duties and projects are completed in a timely fashion. Monitors
actions of keepers and their interactions with visitors, report
problems and make recommendations to the Curator and other management
staff. Coordinate the training and activities of the Animal Care
Volunteers. Serves for Assistant Curator in his/her absence as
assigned. Perform keeper duties as required. Support all other
departments as required.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree (B.S.) or equivalent from four-year college or
university in natural sciences: and/or two to five years experience
at an AZA institution working with birds. Must have previous bird
experience. Must be able to work weekends and holidays; overtime
mandatory on an as needed basis. Able to stand for extended periods
of time and be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. Vision corrected
to 20/20. Valid PA Drivers License and proof of employment
eligibility required.
Please submit an application and resume to:
James Mejeur, Curator of Birds
National Aviary in Pittsburgh
Allegheny Commons West
Pittsburgh, PA 15212
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Bristol Zoo Gardens
Education Officer (Summer 2001)
(Temporary: 2nd April - 2nd Sept)
The Education Department requires a fifth Education Officer to assist
with the busiest teaching months(April to July 2001) and with public
education activities (July-Sept), 5days a week. Applicants will be
required to teach sessions within the Zoo's purpose-built Education
Centre, on a range of topics, to groups of varying age and ability.
Good communication skills and basic animal/conservation knowledge
essential. Closing date for completed application forms, Monday 19th
March. Interviews will be held on Weds 21st March and Thursday 22nd
March and the appointment begins on Monday 2nd April.
Interested applicants please contact: Education Department, Bristol
Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA,Tel: 0117 970 6176, email:
education@bristolzoo.org.uk ; no later than March 15th for an
application form.
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BANHAM ZOO requires an Experienced Primate Keeper Banham Zoo is a
progressive wildlife collection committed to staff development and
training. In 2000 the Zoo was rated by the WHICH? report to be the
3rd best zoological collection in the UK. We have a large and varied
primate collection and are looking for a motivated Primate Keeper to
join our team. Experience with Lemurs and Callitrichids would be an
advantage and an interest in environmental enrichment an absolute
necessity. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate
excellent communication and husbandry skills and have a flexible
approach to animal management. The ability to supervise a small,
dedicated team of keepers in providing the best possible husbandry,
as directed by our Head Keeper, is essential and the Zoo Animal
Management certificate would be desirable. Accommodation is
available if required. If you have the skills we require and would
like to join us please apply in writing enclosing a current CV:Mike
Woolham, Assistant Zoo Animal Manager, Banham Zoo, The Grove, Banham,
Norwich, NR16 2HE.
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Aviculturist / Lorikeet Aviary
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA.
Aviculturist/Lorikeet Aviary (2 positions): Requires Bachelor's
degree in biological sciences or related field. Sufficient quality
and quantity of equivalent experience will be considered as
substitution for degree. Must have experience with the husbandry and
biology of Psittacines in general with preference towards Lorikeets
(Trichoglossus sp.).
Responsibilities will include husbandry care (including behavioral
training), medical treatments, exhibit maintenance and record keeping
of a large walk-through aviary. A background in operant conditioning
is desired. Additionally, public presentations are a key component
of our exhibits and this position requires engaging the guests daily
in a professional and entertaining manner. The position will require
long hours of standing/walking and the ability to lift and carry up
to 50 lbs. These are immediate fill positions.
Please send letter/resume/ three references/salary history to: Human
Resources Department, Aquarium of the Pacific, 310 Golden Shore,
Suite 300, Long Beach, CA 90802. . Fax: 562-951-1669; e-mail:
sloveira@lbaop.org
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Blackpool Zoo
Seasonal Education Assistants
Blackpool Zoo Education department are looking for up to 5 dynamic
and gifted education staff to assist the education officer, in the
preparation and delivery of this years education and events program.
Working in our newly expanded education department, you will be
responsible for delivering public presentations, the new schools
programme plus assisting with weekend and holiday events and general
administration duties.
You will have a friendly and outgoing personality and an enthusiasm
for conservation education.
Knowledge of the zoo world will help you integrate messages of
conservation into the work of the department.
A Zoology degree or other related degree would assist you to deliver
the sessions with the appropriate accuracy.
You will have experience of working with children and /or the general
public.
Days of work will vary, but hours will be about 30 per week
Pay will be approximately £4.60 per hour
For an informal discussion, an application form and /or further
details please phone NAN SWANNIE (Education Officer) on (01253) 830
805 or Write to Nan Swannie at Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive,
Blackpool FY3 8PP
Closing date for applications: 23rd March 2001
Proposed interview date: 30th March 2001
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KEEPER VACANCIES - LONDON ZOO
We are looking for three experienced members of staff, preferably
with the City & Guilds Certificate in Animal Management, who are
familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, and have an
interest in breeding programmes and conservation:
BIRD KEEPER for the Tropical Bird House
AQUARIST for the Aquarium
INVERTEBRATE KEEPER/AQUARIST for the Web of Life
Starting salary is dependent on relevant experience and
qualifications.
Please send a curriculum vitae with covering letter to the Personnel
Department, London Zoo, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY. Tel:
0207-449-6253. Email - personnel@zsl.org
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SOUTH LAKES WILD ANIMAL PARK THE LAKE DISTRICT, ENGLAND
http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
2 Mammal Keepers needed to expand the growing team at South Lakes.
Some experience with White Rhino, Giraffe, Primates, Bears and Cats
an advantage. For further details and conditions contact: Roy Pirie,
Admin Dept.South Lakes Wild Animal Park,Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria
LA15 8JR.
roy.pirie@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Closing date for applications. MARCH 16th 2001
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WORLD ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS
DIRECTOR
Requirements :-
Proven administration experience at a senior level, preferably gained
in business, diplomatic or scientific fields.
Experience in implementing and managing business plans.
Well developed liaison competence – good communication skills
Computer literacy.
Exposure to conservation issues
Willingness to travel is essential.
Willingness to settle in one of the following locations: Minneapolis
(USA), London (UK), Vienna (Austria) or Berne (Switzerland).
DUTIES
Facilitate an active relationship amongst all regions.
Co-ordinate all marketing activities.
Monitor and implement membership services and activities.
Lobby governments, international institutions and business.
Raise funds for the organisation.
Contact: Willie Labuschagne, President, World Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. P.O. Box 754, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa. Fax: +
2712 323-4540. E-mail: wlab@mweb.co.za. Closing date: 15th March 2001
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For the most up to date links to sites advertising Zoo work go to:
http://members.tripod.com/~Sciurus/index.html
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Meetings
The Dallas Zoo presents a
WILDLIFE RESEARCH EXPEDITION
to study endangered wildlife in Mexico
March 10-23, 2001
For further information please contact Wanda Weaver at (214) 670-6833
or e-mail Leanne at dzconsrc@airmail.net
3rd IMATA Regional Meeting Europe
(International Marine Animal Trainers Association)
Genova Aquarium
Genova-Italy.
13th March 2001
For further information please contact:
Sabrina Labberte
+39.039.6612829 phone / fax
email sabrinalabberte@netscape.net
Seminar on keeping otters in captivity
14th - 16th March 2001
German Otter Centre
Hankensbüttel,Hanover
Germany
For further details please contact Aktion Fischotterschutz, OTTER-
ZENTRUM,29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany, Fax +49-5832-980851, e-mail:
Aktion.Fischotterschutz@t-online.de
AZA WESTERN REGIONAL WORKSHOP
23rd - 25th March 2001
Hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
To be held at the DoubleTree Hotel 1-800-222-TREE
For complete up to date information and/or registration, please
see our website at http://www.cmzoo.org -or- the January 2001
Communique
2001 Annual ASZK/ARAZPA Conference
"Zoos as Ecotourism Destinations"
26th - 30th March 2001
Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, New South Wales
Australia
For further information contact:jgibbons@zoo.nsw.gov.au
or visit:http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
Riddle's Second Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
28 March - 1st April 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Second European Zoo Nutrition Conference
6 - 9th April 2001
Southampton
United Kingdom
For further information contact:
Nutrition2001@marwell.org
or visit:
http://www.marwell.org.uk
or by post/fax to: Zoo Nutrition 2001,
Marwell Zoological Park, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH,
United Kingdom. Fax: (0) 1962 777511.
Information Technology Conference
22nd – 25th April 2001
National Aquarium
Baltimore
For more information on the conference, please visit
http://it.aqua.org
Bear Essentials: Back To The Basics Of Bear Care
April 27-30, 2001
Detroit Zoo
For more information:
beartagsow@aol.com
AZA Central Workshop April 26-28, 2001
26th - 28th April 2001
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Institute, Royal Oak,
Michigan
To be held at the Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit call
1-877-965-9464 for reservations. For complete up to date
information and/or registration, please see our Web site at
http://www.detroitzoo.org –or- the January 2001 Communiqué.
26th Conference -- Animal Transportation Association
29 Apr - 2 May 2001
Toronto, Canada
Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Federation of Zoological
Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
London Zoo
United Kingdom
10th - 13th May 2001
For further info contact:
Admin.fedzoo@zsl.org
British Veterinary Zoological Society
"Zoo & Wildlife Care in the 21st Century"
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol
United Kingdom
12th - 13th May 2001
For registration details contact Derek Lyon MRCVS at 7, Bridgewater
Mews, Gresford Heath, Pandy, Wrexham LL12 8EQ. Email dglyon9@aol.com
TEL NO:- 01978 852866 FAX: 01978 852065
To present a paper, or discuss how you can contribute to this
meeting, please contact Sharon Redrobe MRCVS at Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Bristol BS8 3HA, Email sredrobe@bristolzoo.org.uk, Fax 0870 133 8308,
Tel 0117 970 6176
See also the British Veterinary Zoological Society Website at
http://www.bvzs.org
Thirteenth International Conference on Bear Management and Research
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
21 - 25 May 2001
For further info visit:
http://outreach.uwyo.edu/conferences/bears
SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SMALL FELID WORKSHOP
29th - 31st May 2001
Simon Bolivar Zoo
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
For further info contact Sonia Alziper on:
fundazoo@racsa.co.cr
Pre-registration e-mail address: rcmatz@lv.rmci.net
If you have questions about the workshop, housing or tours,
contact Pat Quillen at e-mail : patquillen@juno.com or fax: (760)
749 - 1324
2001 International Conference on Exotics (ICE2001)
31 May - 3 June 2001
Lago Mar Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
For further info contact: info@ZEN-Inc.com
or visit: http://www.ZEN-Inc.com
Attached to the above meeting on May 30th there be a wetlab on
Ultrasound Interpretation in Exotic Species. Contact:
todd_mezera@classicmed.com for further info.
And a TWO day exotic species endoscopy lab preceding the conference
program. For further info contact CChamness@ksvea.com
3rd Regional Conference on Marketing in Zoos
Loro Parque
Tenerife
1 – 2 June 2001
For further info contact:
Marketing2001@chesterzoo.uk
International Elephant and Rhino Research Symposium
Vienna Zoo Schoenbrunn
Austria
7 – 11 June 2001
For further info contact:
Hschwammer@zoovienna.at
Or visit
http://www.zoovienna.at
PAAZAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
Protea Keurbooms River Lodge near Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
19 - 22 JUNE 2001
For further info visit: http://www.paazab.org
Riddle's Third Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
20 June - 24 June 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Endangered Species Conservation and Zoos
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust Summer School
16 July - 3 August 2001
For further info contact: itc@durrell.org
The 8th International Waterfowl and Wetlands Symposium
Hyatt Regency, Washington
in Washington D. C.,
20 - 22 July 2001
For further info contact:
bcarlson@ducks.org
or visit:
http://www.ducks.org (after January 15, 2001).
or write to:
Brenda Carlson
Ducks Unlimited
One Waterfowl Way
Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(901) 758-3707
(A Latin American and Caribbean Waterfowl Conference Workshop will be
held on the day prior to the symposium
The International Society for Anthrozoology
2nd - 4th August 2001
Details about the conference and abstract submittal can be found at
the ISAZ website
http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAB/ISAZ.htm
AZOREN TRAINING CONGRESS
1st – 5th September 2001
Kenya
European Zoo Educators Congress 2001
Marwell Zoological Park
6 - 10 September 2001
For further info contact: EZE2001@marwell.org.uk
Amazon Ungulate Workshop
Cartagena de Indias
10 - 14 September 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.humboldt.org.co/faunaquintocongreso
The 6th European Squirrel Workshop
11th to 13th September 2001
Acqui Terme (Alessandria)
Italy
For further info visit:
http://www.agraria.unito.it/dip/divapr/wr
Zoo Collectors Meeting
15 - 16 September 2001
London, UK
(Details when I have them)
Incubation and Fertility Research Group 2001
17th - 18th September 2001
St Edmunds Hall
University of Oxford
For further info visit:
http://193.61.15.84/ifrg/ifrg.htm
or e-mail:
charlie@deemingdc.freeserve.co.uk
EAZA Conference 2001
18th - 23rd September
Prague
For registration and other details please visit:
EAZA office.
World Pheasant Association International Annual Convention
29th – 30th September 2001
Jersey Zoo
For further information: admin@pheasant.org.uk
AAZK 2001 National Conference
30th September – 4th October
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
For more information please visit:
http://aazktoronto.tripod.com
or e-mail:
aazk2001@zoo.metrotor.on.ca
Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium
Orlando
3 - 7th October 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.colszoo.org/internal/elasmo_confer/elasmo.html
5th International Conference on Environmental Enrichment
Taronga Zoo
Australia
4 - 9 November 2001
For further info contact:
Mhawkins@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Or visit
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
First International Tapir Symposium
4th - 8th November 2001
San Jose
Costa Rica
For further info visit:
http://www.tapirback.com/tapirgal/symposium-2001/
Committing to Conservation Conference
28th November - 2nd December 2001
Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, Florida
USA
For further info contact: Elynn57@aol.com
Fourth World Congress of Herpetology
2 - 9 December 2001
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Please pre-register at website: http://www.4wch.com
23 International Ornithological Congress
11 - 17 August 2002
Beijing
China
For further info contact: infocenter@ioc.org.cn
or visit:
http://www.ioc.org.cn
or write/phone/fax
Mr. LIU Feng, IOC2002/CICCST, 86 Xueyuan Nan Road, Beijing 100081,
China
Fax: (86-10) 6218 0142 Tel. (86-10) 6217 4952
Vth International Parrot Convention
19 – 22 September 2002
Puerto de la Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
For further info visit: http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org
International Colloquium on the Biology of the Soricidae II
14-18 October 2002
Powdermill Biological Station
Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
Website and Registration:
http://members.vienna.at/shrew/bash.html
First International Conference on Zookeeping
2003
The Netherlands
(Details when available)
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Sunday, March 11, 2001
Sunday, March 4, 2001
ZooNews Digest 26th February 4th March 2001 (Zoo News 144)
Dear Colleague,
It would appear that the foot & mouth outbreak has led to the
temporary closure of practically every zoo and wildlife park in the
United Kingdom. Even those collections which do not hold susceptible
species have shut down in an attempt to encourage people to stay away
from the countryside. No-one seems to know when it is all going to
end. More cases of the disease are confirmed each day. Opinions are
honed or changed each morning as each new expert expounds their
theories. It is difficult to know who to believe. There has even been
panic buying of meat in the supermarkets. I could not purchase a
chicken on Saturday. Panic buying appears to be all too common these
days. Sporting fixtures, meetings and conferences have been
cancelled. Travelling discouraged. So far there is tremendous public
sympathy. But not for long. There is already talk of redundancies and
laying off of staff in some industries. To cap it all the local
councils have taken on the most draconian of measures. I tried to
take my dog for a walk in the local park on Saturday afternoon only
to be confronted by signs that I would face a five thousand pound
fine! The last time any cloven hoofed animal was anywhere near that
park was over a hundred years ago. It will be longer before one is
ever there again. This is a small patch of green in a built up area.
I fail to see the logic. Others have told me similar stories. I
understand that even some skateboard parks have been closed. Common
sense appears to be burning on the pyres along with the beasts.
I was sad to learn of the sudden death of Richard O'Grady, Director
of Glasgow zoo. My sympathies are extended to his friends and family.
Foot-and-mouth costs koalas their eucalyptus leaves
(Planckendael)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_226719.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
Scientists Devise Technique That Allows Zebrafish to Replace Mouse as
Key Lab Animal in Gene Modification Research
http://www.postnet.com/postnet/news/wires.nsf/StateRegion/4AC37C55189D
4E5286256A06006E4985?OpenDocument
Sssssnakes alive! Zoo gets South American water snakes from trip to
Trinidad and Tobago
(Cameron Park Zoo)
http://www.accesswaco.com/auto/feed/news/local/2001/03/05/983803412.18
320.4245.0059.html
Barnyard Genetics
(Baton Rouge Zoo)
http://www.theadvocate.com/science/story.asp?StoryID=805
Big cat paw prints found in Cornwall
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_224557.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
Persian squirrels given asylum
(Tel Aviv Zoo)
http://www3.haaretz.co.il/eng/scripts/article.asp?
id=112045&wordd=squirrel&mador=19&se=true&datee=3/5/01
Hormone levels in whale feces may offer clues to pregnancies
(New England Aquarium)
http://www.herald.ns.ca/cgi-bin/home/displaystory?
2001/03/03+258.raw+NovaScotia+2001/03/03
Rare White Lions Born in S.Africa
http://news.excite.com/news/r/010302/10/science-environment-lions-dc
Exotic Animals May Miss Feeding Time at the Zoo
http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/oddlyenough/stories/913970l.htm
Animal species under threat
http://www.abc.net.au/news/regionals/port/regport-2mar2001-1.htm
UK foot-and-mouth round-up
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/uk/newsid_1190000/1190408.stm
Take Note: Zoo Lets Visitors Overcome Fears of Good, Bad & Ugly
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?
BRD=1282&dept_id=182122&newsid=1483869&PAG=461&rfi=9
Glasgow zoo chief dies after collapse
http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/archive/2-3-19101-0-7-25.html
Camden County invites Phila. Zoo to expand there
http://inq.philly.com/content/inquirer/2001/02/26/front_page/JZOO26.ht
m
New trustees appointed to zoo board
(Louisville Zoo)
http://louisville.bcentral.com/louisville/stories/2001/02/26/daily25.h
tml
Zoo program releases rare Hawaiian birds into the wild
(San Diego Zoo)
http://www.uniontrib.com/news/metro/20010228-9999_6m28thrush.html
Sabah's first zoo to open next year
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?
file=/2001/2/23/nation/2318pkzo&sec=nation
Zoo donates bison to nature conservancy
(Lee Richardson Zoo)
http://www.gctelegram.com/news/2001/February/16/zoodonates.html
Zoo to update master plan
(Wildwood Zoo)
http://www.marshfieldnewsherald.com/newsherald/local/021601-7.html
English vet set to end Moscow walruses' tuskache
http://news.altavista.com/scripts/editorial.dll?ei=2403440&ern=y
Man braves lion's den before drowning
(Moscow Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_219153.html
Cincinnati Zoo spent funds at Hooters, audit shows
http://www.deseretnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,255009048,00.html?
53-year-old hippo euthanized
(Dallas Zoo)
http://www.nando.com/noframes/story/0,2107,500457706-500696104-
503761779-0,00.html
Fourth wolf shot in Norway
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_228485.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
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the full web address and I will try and include it next week.
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The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association will be holding NWRA
Symposium 2001 on March 13-17, 2001 at Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA. For
more information contact:
Barbara Suto, Symposium Coordinator
NWRA Central Office
14 North 7th Ave.
St. Cloud, Minnesota USA 56303-4766
Phone (320) 259-4086
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International Colloquium on the Biology of the Soricidae II
Powdermill Biological Station, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
14-18 October 2002
Website and Registration:
http://members.vienna.at/shrew/bash.html
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AZA Bear Taxon Advisory Group
Bear Essentials: Back To The Basics Of Bear Care
April 27-30, 2001
Detroit Zoo
"Bear Essentials" is the theme for the Bear TAG workshops. The goal
of this 5th workshop is to provide guidance in the basics of bear
care. Back to the Basics will talk about the basics of bear care in
husbandry, veterinary care, nutrition and maternal management. The
very popular conservation section of the workshop will be continued
with talks on Black and Polar Bears.
The Program Committee is currently taking abstracts for review until
April 1, 2001. Abstracts should be limited to one or two paragraph,
should describe in detail the significance of the presentation topic,
and briefly list the results, conclusions or benefits of the work
described. Upon acceptance or a paper or workshop abstract, a letter
of notification will be mailed to the presenter.
For more information about the workshop, to register or to mail in an
abstract, please contact:
Diana Weinhardt
Bear TAG Chair
Houston Zoo
1513 N. Mac Gregor
Houston, TX 77030
beartagsow@aol.com
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North American River Otter Husbandry Notebook, 2nd Edition
The 2nd Edition of the North American River Otter Husbandry Notebook
is now available. This updated and expanded 283 page volume contains
contributions from several authors. Information is divided into 17
chapters on: Taxonomy; Distribution; Status; Identification &
Description; Behavior, Social Organization & Natural History;
Reproduction; Captive Management; Hand-Rearing; Feeding & Nutrition;
Health Care; Behavioral & Environmental Enrichment; Training or
Behavioral Modification; North American River Otters in European
Institutions; Rehabilitators and Otter Resources; Websites, On-Line
Education and Useful Addresses; Otter Tales and Legends; General
Bibliography. This volume is available at a cost of $20.00 plus
$2.50 shipping (U.S.), $5.00 (Canada), $12.00 (overseas).
All funds raised will be contributed to the American Association of
Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) Otter SSP. For additional information
contact: Jan Reed-Smith, jrsotter@iserv.net or send a check made
payable to John Ball Zoo Society, Attn. Otter Husbandry Notebook,
John Ball Zoo, 1300 W.Fulton, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.
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International Zoo News Vol.48/1 (No. 306) January/February 2001
Articles include:
Half a Century of International Zoo News- Anniversary Messages
International Zoo News – the First Two Years
The Arks of Beijing
Columbids and Psittacines in Japanese Zoos, 1997
Recent Zoo books in German and Dutch: Sources for Historical Studies
Some Notes on Cuban Zoos
For subscription information please write to International Zoo News,
80 Cleveden Road, Chichester, West Sussex. PO19 2HF United Kingdom
Or e-mail ngouldizn@aol.com
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Animal Keepers' Forum Vol.28 No. 3 March 2001
Articles include:
Enrichment Options
Ground Transportation Tips
Wildlife Capture Course in South Africa
Howler Monkey Births in Belize Zoo
Observations of Captive Breeding in Yellow-billed Storks
The Water Column (Importance of pH)
And much more.
For subscription and other details please write to American
Association of Zoo Keepers Inc., 3601 S.W. 29th Street, Suite 133,
Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Or visit the website: http://www.aazk.org
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World Pheasant Association News No 64 February 2001
Articles include:
Conservation of Pheasants in Kumaon Himalaya
Captive breeding helps science
Social Organisation and feeding behaviour of free ranging blue peafowl
The research on Sclaters monal
Interim report on the study of the social system of Tibetan eared-
pheasants
Final report on the distribution of the genus Lophophorus
World Pheasant Association
PO Box 5
Lower Basildon
Reading
Berks
RG8 9PF
UK
e-mail: admin@pheasant.org.uk
or visit: http://www.pheasant.org.uk
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Experience "Zoo Africa", Munda Wanga, Zambia.
Three week volunteer opportunities available for those interested in
gaining hands on experience at a third world Zoo, finding its feet
after years of neglect. Interested? send for more information.
Contact Sarah Wagner. Limited places available for 2001.
Munda Wanga Trust
PO Box 38267
Lusaka
Zambia
Tel: 00-260-1-278456
Fax: 00-260-1-278529
email: biopark@zamnet.zm
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Zoo Staff Personals
Looking for work? Someone to travel with? Somewhere to stay? Let me
know and I will post it here.
One of my keepers, Sarah Lawrence, has resigned and will be making a
once in a lifetime trip around the world. She will be travelling on a
very limited budget (don't all zoo staff?). She will be in Singapore
22nd to 24th March and is looking for cheap accommodation and someone
to show her round zoo etc. If you are in a position to help please e-
mail me and I will pass your message on. Thanks.
Peter Dickinson peter@elvinhow.prestel.co.uk
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Situations Vacant
(Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should
you apply for any of these posts, many thanks) Do you have a vacancy
to advertise? Please email me.
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Bristol Zoo Gardens
Education Officer (Summer 2001)
(Temporary: 2nd April - 2nd Sept)
The Education Department requires a fifth Education Officer to assist
with the busiest teaching months(April to July 2001) and with public
education activities (July-Sept), 5 days a week. Applicants will be
required to teach sessions within the Zoo purpose-built Education
Centre, on a range of topics, to groups of varying age and ability.
Good communication skills and basic animal/conservation knowledge
essential. Closing date for completed application forms, Monday 19th
March. Interviews will be held on Weds 21st March and Thursday 22nd
March and the appointment begins on Monday 2nd April.
Interested applicants please contact: Education Department, Bristol
Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA,Tel: 0117 970 6176, email:
education@bristolzoo.org.uk ; no later than March 15th for an
application form.
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BANHAM ZOO requires an Experienced Primate Keeper Banham Zoo is a
progressive wildlife collection committed to staff development and
training. In 2000 the Zoo was rated by the WHICH? report to be the
3rd best zoological collection in the UK.We have a large and varied
primate collection and are looking for a motivated Primate Keeper to
join our team. Experience with Lemurs and Callitrichids would be an
advantage and an interest in environmental enrichment an absolute
necessity. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate
excellent communication and husbandry skills and have a flexible
approach to animal management. The ability to supervise a small,
dedicated team of keepers in providing the best possible husbandry,
as directed by our Head Keeper, is essential and the Zoo Animal
Management certificate would be desirable. Accommodation is
available if required.If you have the skills we require and would
like to join us please apply in writing enclosing a current CV:Mike
Woolham, Assistant Zoo Animal Manager, Banham Zoo, The Grove, Banham,
Norwich, NR16 2HE.
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Aviculturist / Lorikeet Aviary
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA.
Aviculturist/Lorikeet Aviary (2 positions): Requires Bachelor's
degree in biological sciences or related field. Sufficient quality
and quantity of equivalent experience will be considered as
substitution for degree. Must have experience with the husbandry and
biology of Psittacines in general with preference towards Lorikeets
(Trichoglossus sp.).
Responsibilities will include husbandry care (including behavioral
training), medical treatments, exhibit maintenance and record keeping
of a large walk-through aviary. A background in operant conditioning
is desired. Additionally, public presentations are a key component
of our exhibits and this position requires engaging the guests daily
in a professional and entertaining manner. The position will require
long hours of standing/walking and the ability to lift and carry up
to 50 lbs. These are immediate fill positions.
Please send letter/resume/ three references/salary history to: Human
Resources Department, Aquarium of the Pacific, 310 Golden Shore,
Suite 300, Long Beach, CA 90802. . Fax: 562-951-1669; e-mail:
sloveira@lbaop.org
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Blackpool Zoo
Seasonal Education Assistants
Blackpool Zoo Education department are looking for up to 5 dynamic
and gifted education staff to assist the education officer, in the
preparation and delivery of this years education and events program.
Working in our newly expanded education department, you will be
responsible for delivering public presentations, the new schools
programme plus assisting with weekend and holiday events and general
administration duties.
You will have a friendly and outgoing personality and an enthusiasm
for conservation education.
Knowledge of the zoo world will help you integrate messages of
conservation into the work of the department.
A Zoology degree or other related degree would assist you to deliver
the sessions with the appropriate accuracy.
You will have experience of working with children and /or the general
public.
Days of work will vary, but hours will be about 30 per week
Pay will be approximately £4.60 per hour
For an informal discussion, an application form and /or further
details please phone NAN SWANNIE (Education Officer) on (01253) 830
805 or Write to Nan Swannie at Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive,
Blackpool FY3 8PP
Closing date for applications: 23rd March 2001
Proposed interview date: 30th March 2001
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A temporary Keeper position is available at Edinburgh Zoo for 12
weeks,beginning early March 2001. For further information and to make
an application, please contact Martin Gibbons, Animal Conservation
and Research Dept., Edinburgh Zoo, telephone 0131 314 0314 or
martin-gibbons@excite.com by 5th March.
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KEEPER VACANCIES - LONDON ZOO
We are looking for three experienced members of staff, preferably
with the City & Guilds Certificate in Animal Management, who are
familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, and have an
interest in breeding programmes and conservation:
BIRD KEEPER for the Tropical Bird House
AQUARIST for the Aquarium
INVERTEBRATE KEEPER/AQUARIST for the Web of Life
Starting salary is dependent on relevant experience and
qualifications.
Please send a curriculum vitae with covering letter to the Personnel
Department, London Zoo, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY. Tel:
0207-449-6253. Email - personnel@zsl.org
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The ANIMAL WELFARE UNIT of NSW AGRICULTURE is seeking a PROJECT
OFFICER to help improve the quality of animal care and exhibition in
NSW zoos, wildlife parks and circuses. This is an excellent
opportunity to play a critical role in developing standards for
keeping and displaying exhibited animals and in developing
appropriate standards of skill and qualification for industry members.
PROJECT OFFICER, ANIMAL WELFARE Professional Officer, Grade I-IV,
Orange. Position No: Ag 01/02/031. Total Remuneration package valued
up to $73,932 (Salary $35,203-$46,967 with progression to $67,610
subject to meeting certain criteria). Develops standards and training
for animal exhibitors and oversees review of licensing applications.
Selection Criteria: Degree level relevant tertiary qualifications or
equivalent. Commitment to improving animal care and exhibition in
zoos, wildlife parks, and circuses. Familiarity with wild animal
keeping/exhibition techniques. Awareness of factors which influence
animal welfare. Superior written and verbal communication skills,
including technical report-writing, liaison, presentation, and
ability to deal with sensitive issues. Supervision skills.
Demonstrated capacity to work within a team environment. Capacity and
willingness to be authorised as an Exhibited Animals Protection Act
(EAPA) inspector. Current drivers licence. Preferably you will have:
Appreciation of adult learning/education and administrative law
principles. Capacity to assess animal exhibits for compliance with
standards.
Contact: For common selection criteria see NSW Agriculture's website:
http://www.agric.nsw.gov.au.
Inquires and Information Packages: Mr M Crane on 61-2- 63913716 or Mr
R Burton on 61-2-63913324. Applications marked "Confidential"
(quoting Pos No) to: Recruitment Manager, NSW Agriculture, Locked Bag
21, Orange NSW 2800 Australia. Closing date: 9 March 2001.
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SOUTH LAKES WILD ANIMAL PARK THE LAKE DISTRICT, ENGLAND
http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
2 Mammal Keepers needed to expand the growing team at South Lakes.
Some experience with White Rhino, Giraffe, Primates, Bears and Cats
an advantage. For further details and conditions contact: Roy Pirie,
Admin Dept.South Lakes Wild Animal Park,Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria
LA15 8JR.
roy.pirie@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Closing date for applications. MARCH 16th 2001
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WORLD ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS
DIRECTOR
Requirements :-
Proven administration experience at a senior level, preferably gained
in business, diplomatic or scientific fields.
Experience in implementing and managing business plans.
Well developed liaison competence – good communication skills
Computer literacy.
Exposure to conservation issues
Willingness to travel is essential.
Willingness to settle in one of the following locations: Minneapolis
(USA), London (UK), Vienna (Austria) or Berne (Switzerland).
DUTIES
Facilitate an active relationship amongst all regions.
Co-ordinate all marketing activities.
Monitor and implement membership services and activities.
Lobby governments, international institutions and business.
Raise funds for the organisation.
Contact: Willie Labuschagne, President, World Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. P.O. Box 754, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa. Fax: +
2712 323-4540. E-mail: wlab@mweb.co.za. Closing date: 15th March 2001
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For the most up to date links to sites advertising Zoo work go to:
http://members.tripod.com/~Sciurus/index.html
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Meetings
International Congress on Testudo
Gonfaron
France
7 – 10 March 2001
For further info contact:
Soptom@compuserve.com
Or visit
http://www.tortues,com/testudo.htm
13th Non-Domestic Neonatal Symposium
7th March 2001
San Diego
For further information contact: kmichelson@sandiegozoo.org
The Dallas Zoo presents a
WILDLIFE RESEARCH EXPEDITION
to study endangered wildlife in Mexico
March 10-23, 2001
For further information please contact Wanda Weaver at (214) 670-6833
or e-mail Leanne at dzconsrc@airmail.net
3rd IMATA Regional Meeting Europe
(International Marine Animal Trainers Association)
Genova Aquarium
Genova-Italy.
13th March 2001
For further information please contact:
Sabrina Labberte
+39.039.6612829 phone / fax
email sabrinalabberte@netscape.net
Seminar on keeping otters in captivity
14th - 16th March 2001
German Otter Centre
Hankensbüttel,Hanover
Germany
For further details please contact Aktion Fischotterschutz, OTTER-
ZENTRUM,29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany, Fax +49-5832-980851, e-mail:
Aktion.Fischotterschutz@t-online.de
AZA WESTERN REGIONAL WORKSHOP
23rd - 25th March 2001
Hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
To be held at the DoubleTree Hotel 1-800-222-TREE
For complete up to date information and/or registration, please
see our website at http://www.cmzoo.org -or- the January 2001
Communique
2001 Annual ASZK/ARAZPA Conference
"Zoos as Ecotourism Destinations"
26th - 30th March 2001
Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, New South Wales
Australia
For further information contact:jgibbons@zoo.nsw.gov.au
or visit:http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
Riddle's Second Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
28 March - 1st April 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Second European Zoo Nutrition Conference
6 - 9th April 2001
Southampton
United Kingdom
For further information contact:
Nutrition2001@marwell.org
or visit:
http://www.marwell.org.uk
or by post/fax to: Zoo Nutrition 2001,
Marwell Zoological Park, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH,
United Kingdom. Fax: (0) 1962 777511.
Information Technology Conference
22nd – 25th April 2001
National Aquarium
Baltimore
For more information on the conference, please visit
http://it.aqua.org
AZA Central Workshop April 26-28, 2001
26th - 28th April 2001
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Institute, Royal Oak,
Michigan
To be held at the Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit call
1-877-965-9464 for reservations. For complete up to date
information and/or registration, please see our Web site at
http://www.detroitzoo.org –or- the January 2001 Communiqué.
26th Conference -- Animal Transportation Association
29 Apr - 2 May 2001
Toronto, Canada
Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Federation of Zoological
Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
London Zoo
United Kingdom
10th - 13th May 2001
For further info contact:
Admin.fedzoo@zsl.org
British Veterinary Zoological Society
"Zoo & Wildlife Care in the 21st Century"
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol
United Kingdom
12th - 13th May 2001
For registration details contact Derek Lyon MRCVS at 7, Bridgewater
Mews, Gresford Heath, Pandy, Wrexham LL12 8EQ. Email dglyon9@aol.com
TEL NO:- 01978 852866 FAX: 01978 852065
To present a paper, or discuss how you can contribute to this
meeting, please contact Sharon Redrobe MRCVS at Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Bristol BS8 3HA, Email sredrobe@bristolzoo.org.uk, Fax 0870 133 8308,
Tel 0117 970 6176
See also the British Veterinary Zoological Society Website at
http://www.bvzs.org
Thirteenth International Conference on Bear Management and Research
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
21 - 25 May 2001
For further info visit:
http://outreach.uwyo.edu/conferences/bears
SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SMALL FELID WORKSHOP
29th - 31st May 2001
Simon Bolivar Zoo
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
For further info contact Sonia Alziper on:
fundazoo@racsa.co.cr
Pre-registration e-mail address: rcmatz@lv.rmci.net
If you have questions about the workshop, housing or tours,
contact Pat Quillen at e-mail : patquillen@juno.com or fax: (760)
749 - 1324
2001 International Conference on Exotics (ICE2001)
31 May - 3 June 2001
Lago Mar Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
For further info contact: info@ZEN-Inc.com
or visit: http://www.ZEN-Inc.com
Attached to the above meeting on May 30th there be a wetlab on
Ultrasound Interpretation in Exotic Species. Contact:
todd_mezera@classicmed.com for further info.
And a TWO day exotic species endoscopy lab preceding the conference
program. For further info contact CChamness@ksvea.com
3rd Regional Conference on Marketing in Zoos
Loro Parque
Tenerife
1 – 2 June 2001
For further info contact:
Marketing2001@chesterzoo.uk
International Elephant and Rhino Research Symposium
Vienna Zoo Schoenbrunn
Austria
7 – 11 June 2001
For further info contact:
Hschwammer@zoovienna.at
Or visit
http://www.zoovienna.at
PAAZAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
Protea Keurbooms River Lodge near Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
19 - 22 JUNE 2001
For further info visit: http://www.paazab.org
Riddle's Third Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
20 June - 24 June 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Endangered Species Conservation and Zoos
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust Summer School
16 July - 3 August 2001
For further info contact: itc@durrell.org
The 8th International Waterfowl and Wetlands Symposium
Hyatt Regency, Washington
in Washington D. C.,
20 - 22 July 2001
For further info contact:
bcarlson@ducks.org
or visit:
http://www.ducks.org (after January 15, 2001).
or write to:
Brenda Carlson
Ducks Unlimited
One Waterfowl Way
Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(901) 758-3707
(A Latin American and Caribbean Waterfowl Conference Workshop will be
held on the day prior to the symposium
The International Society for Anthrozoology
2nd - 4th August 2001
Details about the conference and abstract submittal can be found at
the ISAZ website
http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAB/ISAZ.htm
AZOREN TRAINING CONGRESS
1st – 5th September 2001
Kenya
European Zoo Educators Congress 2001
Marwell Zoological Park
6 - 10 September 2001
For further info contact: EZE2001@marwell.org.uk
Amazon Ungulate Workshop
Cartagena de Indias
10 - 14 September 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.humboldt.org.co/faunaquintocongreso
The 6th European Squirrel Workshop
11th to 13th September 2001
Acqui Terme (Alessandria)
Italy
For further info visit:
http://www.agraria.unito.it/dip/divapr/wr
Zoo Collectors Meeting
15 - 16 September 2001
London, UK
(Details when I have them)
Incubation and Fertility Research Group 2001
17th - 18th September 2001
St Edmunds Hall
University of Oxford
For further info visit:
http://193.61.15.84/ifrg/ifrg.htm
or e-mail:
charlie@deemingdc.freeserve.co.uk
EAZA Conference 2001
18th - 23rd September
Prague
For registration and other details please visit:
EAZA office.
World Pheasant Association International Annual Convention
29th – 30th September 2001
Jersey Zoo
For further information: admin@pheasant.org.uk
AAZK 2001 National Conference
30th September – 4th October
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
For more information please visit:
http://aazktoronto.tripod.com
or e-mail:
aazk2001@zoo.metrotor.on.ca
Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium
Orlando
3 - 7th October 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.colszoo.org/internal/elasmo_confer/elasmo.html
5th International Conference on Environmental Enrichment
Taronga Zoo
Australia
4 - 9 November 2001
For further info contact:
Mhawkins@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Or visit
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
First International Tapir Symposium
4th - 8th November 2001
San Jose
Costa Rica
For further info visit:
http://www.tapirback.com/tapirgal/symposium-2001/
Committing to Conservation Conference
28th November - 2nd December 2001
Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, Florida
USA
For further info contact: Elynn57@aol.com
Fourth World Congress of Herpetology
2 - 9 December 2001
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Please pre-register at website: http://www.4wch.com
23 International Ornithological Congress
11 - 17 August 2002
Beijing
China
For further info contact: infocenter@ioc.org.cn
or visit:
http://www.ioc.org.cn
or write/phone/fax
Mr. LIU Feng, IOC2002/CICCST, 86 Xueyuan Nan Road, Beijing 100081,
China
Fax: (86-10) 6218 0142 Tel. (86-10) 6217 4952
Vth International Parrot Convention
19 – 22 September 2002
Puerto de la Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
For further info visit: http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org
First International Conference on Zookeeping
2003
The Netherlands
(Details when available)
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It would appear that the foot & mouth outbreak has led to the
temporary closure of practically every zoo and wildlife park in the
United Kingdom. Even those collections which do not hold susceptible
species have shut down in an attempt to encourage people to stay away
from the countryside. No-one seems to know when it is all going to
end. More cases of the disease are confirmed each day. Opinions are
honed or changed each morning as each new expert expounds their
theories. It is difficult to know who to believe. There has even been
panic buying of meat in the supermarkets. I could not purchase a
chicken on Saturday. Panic buying appears to be all too common these
days. Sporting fixtures, meetings and conferences have been
cancelled. Travelling discouraged. So far there is tremendous public
sympathy. But not for long. There is already talk of redundancies and
laying off of staff in some industries. To cap it all the local
councils have taken on the most draconian of measures. I tried to
take my dog for a walk in the local park on Saturday afternoon only
to be confronted by signs that I would face a five thousand pound
fine! The last time any cloven hoofed animal was anywhere near that
park was over a hundred years ago. It will be longer before one is
ever there again. This is a small patch of green in a built up area.
I fail to see the logic. Others have told me similar stories. I
understand that even some skateboard parks have been closed. Common
sense appears to be burning on the pyres along with the beasts.
I was sad to learn of the sudden death of Richard O'Grady, Director
of Glasgow zoo. My sympathies are extended to his friends and family.
Foot-and-mouth costs koalas their eucalyptus leaves
(Planckendael)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_226719.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
Scientists Devise Technique That Allows Zebrafish to Replace Mouse as
Key Lab Animal in Gene Modification Research
http://www.postnet.com/postnet/news/wires.nsf/StateRegion/4AC37C55189D
4E5286256A06006E4985?OpenDocument
Sssssnakes alive! Zoo gets South American water snakes from trip to
Trinidad and Tobago
(Cameron Park Zoo)
http://www.accesswaco.com/auto/feed/news/local/2001/03/05/983803412.18
320.4245.0059.html
Barnyard Genetics
(Baton Rouge Zoo)
http://www.theadvocate.com/science/story.asp?StoryID=805
Big cat paw prints found in Cornwall
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_224557.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
Persian squirrels given asylum
(Tel Aviv Zoo)
http://www3.haaretz.co.il/eng/scripts/article.asp?
id=112045&wordd=squirrel&mador=19&se=true&datee=3/5/01
Hormone levels in whale feces may offer clues to pregnancies
(New England Aquarium)
http://www.herald.ns.ca/cgi-bin/home/displaystory?
2001/03/03+258.raw+NovaScotia+2001/03/03
Rare White Lions Born in S.Africa
http://news.excite.com/news/r/010302/10/science-environment-lions-dc
Exotic Animals May Miss Feeding Time at the Zoo
http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/oddlyenough/stories/913970l.htm
Animal species under threat
http://www.abc.net.au/news/regionals/port/regport-2mar2001-1.htm
UK foot-and-mouth round-up
http://news.bbc.co.uk/hi/english/uk/newsid_1190000/1190408.stm
Take Note: Zoo Lets Visitors Overcome Fears of Good, Bad & Ugly
Pittsburgh Zoo & Aquarium
http://www.zwire.com/site/news.cfm?
BRD=1282&dept_id=182122&newsid=1483869&PAG=461&rfi=9
Glasgow zoo chief dies after collapse
http://www.theherald.co.uk/news/archive/2-3-19101-0-7-25.html
Camden County invites Phila. Zoo to expand there
http://inq.philly.com/content/inquirer/2001/02/26/front_page/JZOO26.ht
m
New trustees appointed to zoo board
(Louisville Zoo)
http://louisville.bcentral.com/louisville/stories/2001/02/26/daily25.h
tml
Zoo program releases rare Hawaiian birds into the wild
(San Diego Zoo)
http://www.uniontrib.com/news/metro/20010228-9999_6m28thrush.html
Sabah's first zoo to open next year
http://thestar.com.my/news/story.asp?
file=/2001/2/23/nation/2318pkzo&sec=nation
Zoo donates bison to nature conservancy
(Lee Richardson Zoo)
http://www.gctelegram.com/news/2001/February/16/zoodonates.html
Zoo to update master plan
(Wildwood Zoo)
http://www.marshfieldnewsherald.com/newsherald/local/021601-7.html
English vet set to end Moscow walruses' tuskache
http://news.altavista.com/scripts/editorial.dll?ei=2403440&ern=y
Man braves lion's den before drowning
(Moscow Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_219153.html
Cincinnati Zoo spent funds at Hooters, audit shows
http://www.deseretnews.com/dn/view/0,1249,255009048,00.html?
53-year-old hippo euthanized
(Dallas Zoo)
http://www.nando.com/noframes/story/0,2107,500457706-500696104-
503761779-0,00.html
Fourth wolf shot in Norway
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_228485.html?
menu=news.weirdworld.animaltales
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the full web address and I will try and include it next week.
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The National Wildlife Rehabilitators Association will be holding NWRA
Symposium 2001 on March 13-17, 2001 at Lake Tahoe, Nevada, USA. For
more information contact:
Barbara Suto, Symposium Coordinator
NWRA Central Office
14 North 7th Ave.
St. Cloud, Minnesota USA 56303-4766
Phone (320) 259-4086
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International Colloquium on the Biology of the Soricidae II
Powdermill Biological Station, Pennsylvania, U.S.A.
14-18 October 2002
Website and Registration:
http://members.vienna.at/shrew/bash.html
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AZA Bear Taxon Advisory Group
Bear Essentials: Back To The Basics Of Bear Care
April 27-30, 2001
Detroit Zoo
"Bear Essentials" is the theme for the Bear TAG workshops. The goal
of this 5th workshop is to provide guidance in the basics of bear
care. Back to the Basics will talk about the basics of bear care in
husbandry, veterinary care, nutrition and maternal management. The
very popular conservation section of the workshop will be continued
with talks on Black and Polar Bears.
The Program Committee is currently taking abstracts for review until
April 1, 2001. Abstracts should be limited to one or two paragraph,
should describe in detail the significance of the presentation topic,
and briefly list the results, conclusions or benefits of the work
described. Upon acceptance or a paper or workshop abstract, a letter
of notification will be mailed to the presenter.
For more information about the workshop, to register or to mail in an
abstract, please contact:
Diana Weinhardt
Bear TAG Chair
Houston Zoo
1513 N. Mac Gregor
Houston, TX 77030
beartagsow@aol.com
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North American River Otter Husbandry Notebook, 2nd Edition
The 2nd Edition of the North American River Otter Husbandry Notebook
is now available. This updated and expanded 283 page volume contains
contributions from several authors. Information is divided into 17
chapters on: Taxonomy; Distribution; Status; Identification &
Description; Behavior, Social Organization & Natural History;
Reproduction; Captive Management; Hand-Rearing; Feeding & Nutrition;
Health Care; Behavioral & Environmental Enrichment; Training or
Behavioral Modification; North American River Otters in European
Institutions; Rehabilitators and Otter Resources; Websites, On-Line
Education and Useful Addresses; Otter Tales and Legends; General
Bibliography. This volume is available at a cost of $20.00 plus
$2.50 shipping (U.S.), $5.00 (Canada), $12.00 (overseas).
All funds raised will be contributed to the American Association of
Zoos and Aquariums' (AZA) Otter SSP. For additional information
contact: Jan Reed-Smith, jrsotter@iserv.net or send a check made
payable to John Ball Zoo Society, Attn. Otter Husbandry Notebook,
John Ball Zoo, 1300 W.Fulton, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.
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International Zoo News Vol.48/1 (No. 306) January/February 2001
Articles include:
Half a Century of International Zoo News- Anniversary Messages
International Zoo News – the First Two Years
The Arks of Beijing
Columbids and Psittacines in Japanese Zoos, 1997
Recent Zoo books in German and Dutch: Sources for Historical Studies
Some Notes on Cuban Zoos
For subscription information please write to International Zoo News,
80 Cleveden Road, Chichester, West Sussex. PO19 2HF United Kingdom
Or e-mail ngouldizn@aol.com
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Animal Keepers' Forum Vol.28 No. 3 March 2001
Articles include:
Enrichment Options
Ground Transportation Tips
Wildlife Capture Course in South Africa
Howler Monkey Births in Belize Zoo
Observations of Captive Breeding in Yellow-billed Storks
The Water Column (Importance of pH)
And much more.
For subscription and other details please write to American
Association of Zoo Keepers Inc., 3601 S.W. 29th Street, Suite 133,
Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Or visit the website: http://www.aazk.org
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World Pheasant Association News No 64 February 2001
Articles include:
Conservation of Pheasants in Kumaon Himalaya
Captive breeding helps science
Social Organisation and feeding behaviour of free ranging blue peafowl
The research on Sclaters monal
Interim report on the study of the social system of Tibetan eared-
pheasants
Final report on the distribution of the genus Lophophorus
World Pheasant Association
PO Box 5
Lower Basildon
Reading
Berks
RG8 9PF
UK
e-mail: admin@pheasant.org.uk
or visit: http://www.pheasant.org.uk
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Experience "Zoo Africa", Munda Wanga, Zambia.
Three week volunteer opportunities available for those interested in
gaining hands on experience at a third world Zoo, finding its feet
after years of neglect. Interested? send for more information.
Contact Sarah Wagner. Limited places available for 2001.
Munda Wanga Trust
PO Box 38267
Lusaka
Zambia
Tel: 00-260-1-278456
Fax: 00-260-1-278529
email: biopark@zamnet.zm
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Zoo Staff Personals
Looking for work? Someone to travel with? Somewhere to stay? Let me
know and I will post it here.
One of my keepers, Sarah Lawrence, has resigned and will be making a
once in a lifetime trip around the world. She will be travelling on a
very limited budget (don't all zoo staff?). She will be in Singapore
22nd to 24th March and is looking for cheap accommodation and someone
to show her round zoo etc. If you are in a position to help please e-
mail me and I will pass your message on. Thanks.
Peter Dickinson peter@elvinhow.prestel.co.uk
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Situations Vacant
(Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should
you apply for any of these posts, many thanks) Do you have a vacancy
to advertise? Please email me.
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Bristol Zoo Gardens
Education Officer (Summer 2001)
(Temporary: 2nd April - 2nd Sept)
The Education Department requires a fifth Education Officer to assist
with the busiest teaching months(April to July 2001) and with public
education activities (July-Sept), 5 days a week. Applicants will be
required to teach sessions within the Zoo purpose-built Education
Centre, on a range of topics, to groups of varying age and ability.
Good communication skills and basic animal/conservation knowledge
essential. Closing date for completed application forms, Monday 19th
March. Interviews will be held on Weds 21st March and Thursday 22nd
March and the appointment begins on Monday 2nd April.
Interested applicants please contact: Education Department, Bristol
Zoo Gardens, Clifton, Bristol, BS8 3HA,Tel: 0117 970 6176, email:
education@bristolzoo.org.uk ; no later than March 15th for an
application form.
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BANHAM ZOO requires an Experienced Primate Keeper Banham Zoo is a
progressive wildlife collection committed to staff development and
training. In 2000 the Zoo was rated by the WHICH? report to be the
3rd best zoological collection in the UK.We have a large and varied
primate collection and are looking for a motivated Primate Keeper to
join our team. Experience with Lemurs and Callitrichids would be an
advantage and an interest in environmental enrichment an absolute
necessity. The successful applicant will need to demonstrate
excellent communication and husbandry skills and have a flexible
approach to animal management. The ability to supervise a small,
dedicated team of keepers in providing the best possible husbandry,
as directed by our Head Keeper, is essential and the Zoo Animal
Management certificate would be desirable. Accommodation is
available if required.If you have the skills we require and would
like to join us please apply in writing enclosing a current CV:Mike
Woolham, Assistant Zoo Animal Manager, Banham Zoo, The Grove, Banham,
Norwich, NR16 2HE.
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Aviculturist / Lorikeet Aviary
Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach, CA.
Aviculturist/Lorikeet Aviary (2 positions): Requires Bachelor's
degree in biological sciences or related field. Sufficient quality
and quantity of equivalent experience will be considered as
substitution for degree. Must have experience with the husbandry and
biology of Psittacines in general with preference towards Lorikeets
(Trichoglossus sp.).
Responsibilities will include husbandry care (including behavioral
training), medical treatments, exhibit maintenance and record keeping
of a large walk-through aviary. A background in operant conditioning
is desired. Additionally, public presentations are a key component
of our exhibits and this position requires engaging the guests daily
in a professional and entertaining manner. The position will require
long hours of standing/walking and the ability to lift and carry up
to 50 lbs. These are immediate fill positions.
Please send letter/resume/ three references/salary history to: Human
Resources Department, Aquarium of the Pacific, 310 Golden Shore,
Suite 300, Long Beach, CA 90802. . Fax: 562-951-1669; e-mail:
sloveira@lbaop.org
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Blackpool Zoo
Seasonal Education Assistants
Blackpool Zoo Education department are looking for up to 5 dynamic
and gifted education staff to assist the education officer, in the
preparation and delivery of this years education and events program.
Working in our newly expanded education department, you will be
responsible for delivering public presentations, the new schools
programme plus assisting with weekend and holiday events and general
administration duties.
You will have a friendly and outgoing personality and an enthusiasm
for conservation education.
Knowledge of the zoo world will help you integrate messages of
conservation into the work of the department.
A Zoology degree or other related degree would assist you to deliver
the sessions with the appropriate accuracy.
You will have experience of working with children and /or the general
public.
Days of work will vary, but hours will be about 30 per week
Pay will be approximately £4.60 per hour
For an informal discussion, an application form and /or further
details please phone NAN SWANNIE (Education Officer) on (01253) 830
805 or Write to Nan Swannie at Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive,
Blackpool FY3 8PP
Closing date for applications: 23rd March 2001
Proposed interview date: 30th March 2001
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A temporary Keeper position is available at Edinburgh Zoo for 12
weeks,beginning early March 2001. For further information and to make
an application, please contact Martin Gibbons, Animal Conservation
and Research Dept., Edinburgh Zoo, telephone 0131 314 0314 or
martin-gibbons@excite.com by 5th March.
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KEEPER VACANCIES - LONDON ZOO
We are looking for three experienced members of staff, preferably
with the City & Guilds Certificate in Animal Management, who are
familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, and have an
interest in breeding programmes and conservation:
BIRD KEEPER for the Tropical Bird House
AQUARIST for the Aquarium
INVERTEBRATE KEEPER/AQUARIST for the Web of Life
Starting salary is dependent on relevant experience and
qualifications.
Please send a curriculum vitae with covering letter to the Personnel
Department, London Zoo, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY. Tel:
0207-449-6253. Email - personnel@zsl.org
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The ANIMAL WELFARE UNIT of NSW AGRICULTURE is seeking a PROJECT
OFFICER to help improve the quality of animal care and exhibition in
NSW zoos, wildlife parks and circuses. This is an excellent
opportunity to play a critical role in developing standards for
keeping and displaying exhibited animals and in developing
appropriate standards of skill and qualification for industry members.
PROJECT OFFICER, ANIMAL WELFARE Professional Officer, Grade I-IV,
Orange. Position No: Ag 01/02/031. Total Remuneration package valued
up to $73,932 (Salary $35,203-$46,967 with progression to $67,610
subject to meeting certain criteria). Develops standards and training
for animal exhibitors and oversees review of licensing applications.
Selection Criteria: Degree level relevant tertiary qualifications or
equivalent. Commitment to improving animal care and exhibition in
zoos, wildlife parks, and circuses. Familiarity with wild animal
keeping/exhibition techniques. Awareness of factors which influence
animal welfare. Superior written and verbal communication skills,
including technical report-writing, liaison, presentation, and
ability to deal with sensitive issues. Supervision skills.
Demonstrated capacity to work within a team environment. Capacity and
willingness to be authorised as an Exhibited Animals Protection Act
(EAPA) inspector. Current drivers licence. Preferably you will have:
Appreciation of adult learning/education and administrative law
principles. Capacity to assess animal exhibits for compliance with
standards.
Contact: For common selection criteria see NSW Agriculture's website:
http://www.agric.nsw.gov.au.
Inquires and Information Packages: Mr M Crane on 61-2- 63913716 or Mr
R Burton on 61-2-63913324. Applications marked "Confidential"
(quoting Pos No) to: Recruitment Manager, NSW Agriculture, Locked Bag
21, Orange NSW 2800 Australia. Closing date: 9 March 2001.
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SOUTH LAKES WILD ANIMAL PARK THE LAKE DISTRICT, ENGLAND
http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
2 Mammal Keepers needed to expand the growing team at South Lakes.
Some experience with White Rhino, Giraffe, Primates, Bears and Cats
an advantage. For further details and conditions contact: Roy Pirie,
Admin Dept.South Lakes Wild Animal Park,Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria
LA15 8JR.
roy.pirie@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Closing date for applications. MARCH 16th 2001
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WORLD ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS
DIRECTOR
Requirements :-
Proven administration experience at a senior level, preferably gained
in business, diplomatic or scientific fields.
Experience in implementing and managing business plans.
Well developed liaison competence – good communication skills
Computer literacy.
Exposure to conservation issues
Willingness to travel is essential.
Willingness to settle in one of the following locations: Minneapolis
(USA), London (UK), Vienna (Austria) or Berne (Switzerland).
DUTIES
Facilitate an active relationship amongst all regions.
Co-ordinate all marketing activities.
Monitor and implement membership services and activities.
Lobby governments, international institutions and business.
Raise funds for the organisation.
Contact: Willie Labuschagne, President, World Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. P.O. Box 754, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa. Fax: +
2712 323-4540. E-mail: wlab@mweb.co.za. Closing date: 15th March 2001
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For the most up to date links to sites advertising Zoo work go to:
http://members.tripod.com/~Sciurus/index.html
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Meetings
International Congress on Testudo
Gonfaron
France
7 – 10 March 2001
For further info contact:
Soptom@compuserve.com
Or visit
http://www.tortues,com/testudo.htm
13th Non-Domestic Neonatal Symposium
7th March 2001
San Diego
For further information contact: kmichelson@sandiegozoo.org
The Dallas Zoo presents a
WILDLIFE RESEARCH EXPEDITION
to study endangered wildlife in Mexico
March 10-23, 2001
For further information please contact Wanda Weaver at (214) 670-6833
or e-mail Leanne at dzconsrc@airmail.net
3rd IMATA Regional Meeting Europe
(International Marine Animal Trainers Association)
Genova Aquarium
Genova-Italy.
13th March 2001
For further information please contact:
Sabrina Labberte
+39.039.6612829 phone / fax
email sabrinalabberte@netscape.net
Seminar on keeping otters in captivity
14th - 16th March 2001
German Otter Centre
Hankensbüttel,Hanover
Germany
For further details please contact Aktion Fischotterschutz, OTTER-
ZENTRUM,29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany, Fax +49-5832-980851, e-mail:
Aktion.Fischotterschutz@t-online.de
AZA WESTERN REGIONAL WORKSHOP
23rd - 25th March 2001
Hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
To be held at the DoubleTree Hotel 1-800-222-TREE
For complete up to date information and/or registration, please
see our website at http://www.cmzoo.org -or- the January 2001
Communique
2001 Annual ASZK/ARAZPA Conference
"Zoos as Ecotourism Destinations"
26th - 30th March 2001
Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, New South Wales
Australia
For further information contact:jgibbons@zoo.nsw.gov.au
or visit:http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
Riddle's Second Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
28 March - 1st April 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Second European Zoo Nutrition Conference
6 - 9th April 2001
Southampton
United Kingdom
For further information contact:
Nutrition2001@marwell.org
or visit:
http://www.marwell.org.uk
or by post/fax to: Zoo Nutrition 2001,
Marwell Zoological Park, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH,
United Kingdom. Fax: (0) 1962 777511.
Information Technology Conference
22nd – 25th April 2001
National Aquarium
Baltimore
For more information on the conference, please visit
http://it.aqua.org
AZA Central Workshop April 26-28, 2001
26th - 28th April 2001
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Institute, Royal Oak,
Michigan
To be held at the Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit call
1-877-965-9464 for reservations. For complete up to date
information and/or registration, please see our Web site at
http://www.detroitzoo.org –or- the January 2001 Communiqué.
26th Conference -- Animal Transportation Association
29 Apr - 2 May 2001
Toronto, Canada
Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Federation of Zoological
Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
London Zoo
United Kingdom
10th - 13th May 2001
For further info contact:
Admin.fedzoo@zsl.org
British Veterinary Zoological Society
"Zoo & Wildlife Care in the 21st Century"
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol
United Kingdom
12th - 13th May 2001
For registration details contact Derek Lyon MRCVS at 7, Bridgewater
Mews, Gresford Heath, Pandy, Wrexham LL12 8EQ. Email dglyon9@aol.com
TEL NO:- 01978 852866 FAX: 01978 852065
To present a paper, or discuss how you can contribute to this
meeting, please contact Sharon Redrobe MRCVS at Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Bristol BS8 3HA, Email sredrobe@bristolzoo.org.uk, Fax 0870 133 8308,
Tel 0117 970 6176
See also the British Veterinary Zoological Society Website at
http://www.bvzs.org
Thirteenth International Conference on Bear Management and Research
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
21 - 25 May 2001
For further info visit:
http://outreach.uwyo.edu/conferences/bears
SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SMALL FELID WORKSHOP
29th - 31st May 2001
Simon Bolivar Zoo
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
For further info contact Sonia Alziper on:
fundazoo@racsa.co.cr
Pre-registration e-mail address: rcmatz@lv.rmci.net
If you have questions about the workshop, housing or tours,
contact Pat Quillen at e-mail : patquillen@juno.com or fax: (760)
749 - 1324
2001 International Conference on Exotics (ICE2001)
31 May - 3 June 2001
Lago Mar Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
For further info contact: info@ZEN-Inc.com
or visit: http://www.ZEN-Inc.com
Attached to the above meeting on May 30th there be a wetlab on
Ultrasound Interpretation in Exotic Species. Contact:
todd_mezera@classicmed.com for further info.
And a TWO day exotic species endoscopy lab preceding the conference
program. For further info contact CChamness@ksvea.com
3rd Regional Conference on Marketing in Zoos
Loro Parque
Tenerife
1 – 2 June 2001
For further info contact:
Marketing2001@chesterzoo.uk
International Elephant and Rhino Research Symposium
Vienna Zoo Schoenbrunn
Austria
7 – 11 June 2001
For further info contact:
Hschwammer@zoovienna.at
Or visit
http://www.zoovienna.at
PAAZAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
Protea Keurbooms River Lodge near Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
19 - 22 JUNE 2001
For further info visit: http://www.paazab.org
Riddle's Third Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
20 June - 24 June 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Endangered Species Conservation and Zoos
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust Summer School
16 July - 3 August 2001
For further info contact: itc@durrell.org
The 8th International Waterfowl and Wetlands Symposium
Hyatt Regency, Washington
in Washington D. C.,
20 - 22 July 2001
For further info contact:
bcarlson@ducks.org
or visit:
http://www.ducks.org (after January 15, 2001).
or write to:
Brenda Carlson
Ducks Unlimited
One Waterfowl Way
Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(901) 758-3707
(A Latin American and Caribbean Waterfowl Conference Workshop will be
held on the day prior to the symposium
The International Society for Anthrozoology
2nd - 4th August 2001
Details about the conference and abstract submittal can be found at
the ISAZ website
http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAB/ISAZ.htm
AZOREN TRAINING CONGRESS
1st – 5th September 2001
Kenya
European Zoo Educators Congress 2001
Marwell Zoological Park
6 - 10 September 2001
For further info contact: EZE2001@marwell.org.uk
Amazon Ungulate Workshop
Cartagena de Indias
10 - 14 September 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.humboldt.org.co/faunaquintocongreso
The 6th European Squirrel Workshop
11th to 13th September 2001
Acqui Terme (Alessandria)
Italy
For further info visit:
http://www.agraria.unito.it/dip/divapr/wr
Zoo Collectors Meeting
15 - 16 September 2001
London, UK
(Details when I have them)
Incubation and Fertility Research Group 2001
17th - 18th September 2001
St Edmunds Hall
University of Oxford
For further info visit:
http://193.61.15.84/ifrg/ifrg.htm
or e-mail:
charlie@deemingdc.freeserve.co.uk
EAZA Conference 2001
18th - 23rd September
Prague
For registration and other details please visit:
EAZA office.
World Pheasant Association International Annual Convention
29th – 30th September 2001
Jersey Zoo
For further information: admin@pheasant.org.uk
AAZK 2001 National Conference
30th September – 4th October
Toronto, Ontario
Canada
For more information please visit:
http://aazktoronto.tripod.com
or e-mail:
aazk2001@zoo.metrotor.on.ca
Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium
Orlando
3 - 7th October 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.colszoo.org/internal/elasmo_confer/elasmo.html
5th International Conference on Environmental Enrichment
Taronga Zoo
Australia
4 - 9 November 2001
For further info contact:
Mhawkins@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Or visit
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
First International Tapir Symposium
4th - 8th November 2001
San Jose
Costa Rica
For further info visit:
http://www.tapirback.com/tapirgal/symposium-2001/
Committing to Conservation Conference
28th November - 2nd December 2001
Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, Florida
USA
For further info contact: Elynn57@aol.com
Fourth World Congress of Herpetology
2 - 9 December 2001
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Please pre-register at website: http://www.4wch.com
23 International Ornithological Congress
11 - 17 August 2002
Beijing
China
For further info contact: infocenter@ioc.org.cn
or visit:
http://www.ioc.org.cn
or write/phone/fax
Mr. LIU Feng, IOC2002/CICCST, 86 Xueyuan Nan Road, Beijing 100081,
China
Fax: (86-10) 6218 0142 Tel. (86-10) 6217 4952
Vth International Parrot Convention
19 – 22 September 2002
Puerto de la Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
For further info visit: http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org
First International Conference on Zookeeping
2003
The Netherlands
(Details when available)
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Kind Regards,
Wishing you a wonderful week,
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Sunday, February 25, 2001
ZooNews Digest 19th February - 25th February 2001 (Zoo News 143)
Dear Colleague,
Sadly, I have to report that Richard Hughes of Chester Zoo died as a
result of injuries he sustained following the attack by the
elephant "Kumara". (Reported here two weeks ago). I did not know
Richard but I knew of him and I know people who worked with him. I
share their loss and mourn with them. Richard had achieved much in
his 34 years till he landed his "dream job" of elephant keeper.
His father described him as someone who "lived, slept and breathed
elephants".
Richards's death is a tragic loss not only to his family, to Chester
zoo but to the animal keeping profession as a whole.
Zookeeper dies after attack
(Chester Zoo)
http://icchesteronline.ic24.com/0100news/0100regionalnews/page.cfm?
objectid=7530469&method=full
Zoo company faces prosecution over keeper's death
(Port Lympne Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_217982.html
Popcorn Park Zoo's rescued elephant, Sonny, dies at 21
http://www.app.com/news/app/story/0,2110,359328,00.html
Zoo keeper mauled to death 'after defecating on tiger'
(Jinan Animal Park)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_215916.html
Key Zoo Staff In Conflict
(Chester Zoo)
http://icchesteronline.ic24.com/0100news/0100regionalnews/page.cfm?
objectid=7518541&method=full
Penguin thrown to lions by intruders
(Belfast Zoo)
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/et?
ac=000140326706927&rtmo=kCNe1CJp&atmo=kCNe1CJp&pg=/et/01/2/23/npen23.h
tml
Habitat loss called threat to giant pandas
http://archives.seattletimes.nwsource.com/cgi-
bin/texis/web/vortex/display?slug=panda16&date=20010216
Rare orangutan born at zoo in Dane County
(Henry Vilas Zoo)
http://www.jsonline.com/news/state/feb01/zoo22022101a.asp
Elephant's death contributes to increased education
(Oregon Zoo)
http://www.oregonlive.com/news/oregonian/index.ssf?/news/oregonian/01/
02/sc_41crit21.frame
Giant bird attacks man in zoo
(San Francisco Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_212865.html
Fleay wildlife park to be honoured
http://www.abc.net.au/news/regionals/goldc/reggc-23feb2001-3.htm
Janus puts stock in zoo with $7 million gift
(Denver Zoo)
http://www.denverpost.com/news/news0223f.htm
Koala kidnap accomplice sentenced to eight years
(San Francisco Zoo)
http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/bayarea/stories/xxkoalabrf_200102
23.htm
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the full web address and I will try and include it next week.
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Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Columbia,
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Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela, Vietnam,
Yugoslavia, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
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Quantum Verzeichnis 2001
The Directory of European Zoos and Conservation orientated
organisations.
This, the latest edition is bigger and better than before. Much new
and updated information has been added and, as a bonus, is
accompanied by an excellent supplementary CD-ROM.
I continue to find that this directory is amongst the most often
consulted reference books on my shelf.
To order a copy, please write to:
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The National Aquarium in Baltimore is happy to announce the first
annual Information Technology Conference for AZA member
institutions! The conference will be held from April 22-25 in
Baltimore. Because of the rapidly expanding world of information
technology and its incredible impact on our industry, we find a
conference based exclusively on IT as the next natural step in our
evolution. Since we are all from diverse institutions with diverse
resources it is
essential for the enrichment of all of our institutions to share our
IT experiences. At the close of this 4 day conference, we hope that
all of us will leave with a solid understanding of how other AZA
member institutions are fulfilling their IT needs.
For more information on the conference, please visit
http://it.aqua.org
Any other questions can be directed to Hans Keller, (410)
659-4226.
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Anyone with information on "state-of-the-art" animal hospitals
associated or located on a zoo in the United States please contact
me. A zoological garden is looking to build a new hospital and is
looking for an expert to assist their team in designing the new
animal hospital. I will pass your e-mails along.
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Experience "Zoo Africa", Munda Wanga, Zambia.
Three week volunteer opportunities available for those interested in
gaining hands on experience at a third world Zoo, finding its feet
after years of neglect. Interested? send for more information.
Contact Sarah Wagner. Limited places available for 2001.
Munda Wanga Trust
PO Box 38267
Lusaka
Zambia
Tel: 00-260-1-278456
Fax: 00-260-1-278529
email: biopark@zamnet.zm
N.B. I have just had two friends return from here. They "loved
it", "It was brilliant", "Given the opportunity would go back next
year"
Sounds good to me….Peter
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Subject experts needed for update of Grzimek's Animal Life
Encyclopedia
Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia is an internationally prominent
scientific reference compilation, first published in 13 volumes in
German in the late 1960s. The Gale Group has acquired rights to
revise the English translation of this acclaimed series and is
seeking qualified members of the scientific community to serve on the
Grzimek's Editorial Board.
The original Grzimek's Tierleben Enzyklopaedie was prepared under the
editorship of notable zoologist Bernhard Grzimek (1909-1987). Mr.
Grzimek had served as director of the Frankfurt Zoo and also directed
the documentary film "The Serengeti Must Not Die", which won Germany
its first Academy Award.
The Grzimek's set is known for the clarity of its scientific
reporting and the comprehensiveness of its coverage. It describes
animals found anywhere on the globe, in the following format:
Vol 1: Lower animals Vol 5: Fishes II/Amphibians
Vol 2: Insects Vol 6: Reptiles
Vol 3: Mollusks and echinoderms Vols. 7-9: Birds I - III
Vol 4: Fishes Vols. 10-13: Mammals I-IV
Detailed, multi-page articles provide descriptions of an animal¹s
life cycle, geographic distribution, food systems, predators, and
overall ecology. The set is well-illustrated with high-quality
photographs, drawings, maps, charts, and tables.
The Gale Group will be undertaking a complete revision of the series,
expanding it to 16 volumes, commissioning new color images, and
updating the information while also making the set easier to use.
To accomplish this goal, Gale is seeking academic specialists to
contribute articles, subject experts to serve on the Editorial Board,
and a luminary in the field of zoology to oversee the publishing
program as Editor-in-Chief. To apply for these positions or to
nominate a candidate, please send a letter of interest and a resume
to: donna.olendorf@galegroup.com Or mail to: Donna Olendorf, Senior
Editor, Science Team 2-651, Gale Group, Farmington Hills, MI 48331.
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Zoo Staff Personals
Looking for work? Someone to travel with? Somewhere to stay? Let me
know and I will post it here.
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Situations Vacant
(Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should
you apply for any of these posts, many thanks) Do you have a vacancy
to advertise? Please email me.
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Blackpool Zoo
Seasonal Education Assistants
Blackpool Zoo Education department are looking for up to 5 dynamic
and gifted education staff to assist the education officer, in the
preparation and delivery of this years education and events program.
Working in our newly expanded education department, you will be
responsible for delivering public presentations, the new schools
programme plus assisting with weekend and holiday events and general
administration duties.
You will have a friendly and outgoing personality and an enthusiasm
for conservation education.
Knowledge of the zoo world will help you integrate messages of
conservation into the work of the department.
A Zoology degree or other related degree would assist you to deliver
the sessions with the appropriate accuracy.
You will have experience of working with children and /or the general
public.
Days of work will vary, but hours will be about 30 per week
Pay will be approximately £4.60 per hour
For an informal discussion, an application form and /or further
details please phone NAN SWANNIE (Education Officer) on (01253) 830
805 or Write to Nan Swannie at Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive,
Blackpool FY3 8PP
Closing date for applications: 23rd March 2001
Proposed interview date: 30th March 2001
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A temporary Keeper position is available at Edinburgh Zoo for 12
weeks,beginning early March 2001. For further information and to make
an application, please contact Martin Gibbons, Animal Conservation
and Research Dept., Edinburgh Zoo, telephone 0131 314 0314 or
martin-gibbons@excite.com by 5th March.
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KEEPER VACANCIES - LONDON ZOO
We are looking for three experienced members of staff, preferably
with the City & Guilds Certificate in Animal Management, who are
familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, and have an
interest in breeding programmes and conservation:
BIRD KEEPER for the Tropical Bird House
AQUARIST for the Aquarium
INVERTEBRATE KEEPER/AQUARIST for the Web of Life
Starting salary is dependent on relevant experience and
qualifications.
Please send a curriculum vitae with covering letter to the Personnel
Department, London Zoo, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY. Tel:
0207-449-6253. Email - personnel@zsl.org
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The City of Topeka (KS, USA) Zoo is seeking Zoo Keepers.
This position is responsible for providing care to Zoo animals in the
zoological park. Duties include preparing diets, observing and
correcting animal behavior, providing assistance in administering
veterinary care and maintaining area facilities and equipment.
Cleans cages, holding pens and other confinement areas, makes repairs
as necessary. Prepares special project reports, researches and
gathers information for these projects and reports information to
management. This position will work first shift, rotating days,
primarily 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., hours subject to change during
spring/summer months, dependent upon established Zoo operating
hours. Includes weekend and holiday work.
REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree in Zoo Keeping or an Associates degree
in Biology, Zoology, or closely related field plus one (1) year of
experience caring for animals in a zoological park setting. Elephant
protected contact, great ape, aquarium, and/or experience in
educational programming preferred. To apply: send resume to City
of Topeka Human Resources, 215 SE 7th St., Room 170, Topeka, KS 66603
or fax resume to (785) 368-3605 or e-mail resume in MS Word format to
msmith@topeka.org.
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The ANIMAL WELFARE UNIT of NSW AGRICULTURE is seeking a PROJECT
OFFICER to help improve the quality of animal care and exhibition in
NSW zoos, wildlife parks and circuses. This is an excellent
opportunity to play a critical role in developing standards for
keeping and displaying exhibited animals and in developing
appropriate standards of skill and qualification for industry members.
PROJECT OFFICER, ANIMAL WELFARE Professional Officer, Grade I-IV,
Orange. Position No: Ag 01/02/031. Total Remuneration package valued
up to $73,932 (Salary $35,203-$46,967 with progression to $67,610
subject to meeting certain criteria). Develops standards and training
for animal exhibitors and oversees review of licensing applications.
Selection Criteria: Degree level relevant tertiary qualifications or
equivalent. Commitment to improving animal care and exhibition in
zoos, wildlife parks, and circuses. Familiarity with wild animal
keeping/exhibition techniques. Awareness of factors which influence
animal welfare. Superior written and verbal communication skills,
including technical report-writing, liaison, presentation, and
ability to deal with sensitive issues. Supervision skills.
Demonstrated capacity to work within a team environment. Capacity and
willingness to be authorised as an Exhibited Animals Protection Act
(EAPA) inspector. Current drivers licence. Preferably you will have:
Appreciation of adult learning/education and administrative law
principles. Capacity to assess animal exhibits for compliance with
standards.
Contact: For common selection criteria see NSW Agriculture's website:
http://www.agric.nsw.gov.au.
Inquires and Information Packages: Mr M Crane on 61-2- 63913716 or Mr
R Burton on 61-2-63913324. Applications marked "Confidential"
(quoting Pos No) to: Recruitment Manager, NSW Agriculture, Locked Bag
21, Orange NSW 2800 Australia. Closing date: 9 March 2001.
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Volunteer required for project in Cambodia. Keeper experience
necessary. To assist at a rescue centre, for a period minimum of four
months. Starting date March. Accommodation, transport and small
stipend supplied. Please make contact to the following e-mail address
for further details.
volunteers@pobox.com
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SOUTH LAKES WILD ANIMAL PARK THE LAKE DISTRICT, ENGLAND
http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
2 Mammal Keepers needed to expand the growing team at South Lakes.
Some experience with White Rhino, Giraffe, Primates, Bears and Cats
an advantage. For further details and conditions contact: Roy Pirie,
Admin Dept.
South Lakes Wild Animal Park,Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria LA15 8JR.
roy.pirie@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Closing date for applications. MARCH 16th 2001
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Work Experience Placements (Animal Keeping / Research) at Chester Zoo
There are 12-month work experience placements available at Chester
Zoo, offering students the opportunity to gain practical experience
within a unique scientific/conservation environment. The placements
in animal keeping offer experience in animal husbandry and welfare by
assisting animal keeping staff on a particular section.
The placement in research offers the opportunity to gain knowledge of
various areas of zoo research by assisting the Research Officer.
Positions to start in September 2001.
For more information contact Jayne Quinn, Personnel Manager, Chester
Zoo, Caughall Road, Upton, Chester CH2 1LH, tel: 01244 650232,
closing date for applications is 28th Feb. 2001.
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WORLD ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS
DIRECTOR
Requirements :-
Proven administration experience at a senior level, preferably gained
in business, diplomatic or scientific fields.
Experience in implementing and managing business plans.
Well developed liaison competence – good communication skills
Computer literacy.
Exposure to conservation issues
Willingness to travel is essential.
Willingness to settle in one of the following locations: Minneapolis
(USA), London (UK), Vienna (Austria) or Berne (Switzerland).
DUTIES
Facilitate an active relationship amongst all regions.
Co-ordinate all marketing activities.
Monitor and implement membership services and activities.
Lobby governments, international institutions and business.
Raise funds for the organisation.
Contact: Willie Labuschagne, President, World Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. P.O. Box 754, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa. Fax: +
2712 323-4540. E-mail: wlab@mweb.co.za. Closing date: 15th March 2001
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For the most up to date links to sites advertising Zoo work go to:
http://members.tripod.com/~Sciurus/index.html
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Meetings
Environmental Management Symposium
Aalborg Zoo
1 - 4 March 2001
For further info e-mail:
hju@aalborg-zoo.dk
9th Annual International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators
Orlando, Florida
1 - 4 March 2001
For further information e-mail: Barbnei@aol.com
Or visit: http://www.iaate.org
International Congress on Testudo
Gonfaron
France
7 – 10 March 2001
For further info contact:
Soptom@compuserve.com
Or visit
http://www.tortues,com/testudo.htm
13th Non-Domestic Neonatal Symposium
7th March 2001
San Diego
For further information contact: kmichelson@sandiegozoo.org
The Dallas Zoo presents a
WILDLIFE RESEARCH EXPEDITION
to study endangered wildlife in Mexico
March 10-23, 2001
For further information please contact Wanda Weaver at (214) 670-6833
or e-mail Leanne at dzconsrc@airmail.net
3rd IMATA Regional Meeting Europe
(International Marine Animal Trainers Association)
Genova Aquarium
Genova-Italy.
13th March 2001
For further information please contact:
Sabrina Labberte
+39.039.6612829 phone / fax
email sabrinalabberte@netscape.net
Seminar on keeping otters in captivity
14th - 16th March 2001
German Otter Centre
Hankensbüttel,Hanover
Germany
For further details please contact Aktion Fischotterschutz, OTTER-
ZENTRUM,29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany, Fax +49-5832-980851, e-mail:
Aktion.Fischotterschutz@t-online.de
AZA WESTERN REGIONAL WORKSHOP
23rd - 25th March 2001
Hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
To be held at the DoubleTree Hotel 1-800-222-TREE
For complete up to date information and/or registration, please
see our website at http://www.cmzoo.org -or- the January 2001
Communique
2001 Annual ASZK/ARAZPA Conference
"Zoos as Ecotourism Destinations"
26th - 30th March 2001
Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, New South Wales
Australia
For further information contact:jgibbons@zoo.nsw.gov.au
or visit:http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
Riddle's Second Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
28 March - 1st April 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Second European Zoo Nutrition Conference
6 - 9th April 2001
Southampton
United Kingdom
For further information contact:
Nutrition2001@marwell.org
or visit:
http://www.marwell.org.uk
or by post/fax to: Zoo Nutrition 2001,
Marwell Zoological Park, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH,
United Kingdom. Fax: (0) 1962 777511.
AZA Central Workshop April 26-28, 2001
26th - 28th April 2001
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Institute, Royal Oak,
Michigan
To be held at the Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit call
1-877-965-9464 for reservations. For complete up to date
information and/or registration, please see our Web site at
http://www.detroitzoo.org –or- the January 2001 Communiqué.
26th Conference -- Animal Transportation Association
29 Apr - 2 May 2001
Toronto, Canada
Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Federation of Zoological
Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
London Zoo
United Kingdom
10th - 13th May 2001
For further info contact:
Admin.fedzoo@zsl.org
British Veterinary Zoological Society
"Zoo & Wildlife Care in the 21st Century"
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol
United Kingdom
12th - 13th May 2001
For registration details contact Derek Lyon MRCVS at 7, Bridgewater
Mews, Gresford Heath, Pandy, Wrexham LL12 8EQ. Email dglyon9@aol.com
TEL NO:- 01978 852866 FAX: 01978 852065
To present a paper, or discuss how you can contribute to this
meeting, please contact Sharon Redrobe MRCVS at Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Bristol BS8 3HA, Email sredrobe@bristolzoo.org.uk, Fax 0870 133 8308,
Tel 0117 970 6176
See also the British Veterinary Zoological Society Website at
http://www.bvzs.org
Thirteenth International Conference on Bear Management and Research
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
21 - 25 May 2001
For further info visit:
http://outreach.uwyo.edu/conferences/bears
SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SMALL FELID WORKSHOP
29th - 31st May 2001
Simon Bolivar Zoo
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
For further info contact Sonia Alziper on:
fundazoo@racsa.co.cr
Pre-registration e-mail address: rcmatz@lv.rmci.net
If you have questions about the workshop, housing or tours,
contact Pat Quillen at e-mail : patquillen@juno.com or fax: (760)
749 - 1324
2001 International Conference on Exotics (ICE2001)
31 May - 3 June 2001
Lago Mar Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
For further info contact: info@ZEN-Inc.com
or visit: http://www.ZEN-Inc.com
Attached to the above meeting on May 30th there be a wetlab on
Ultrasound Interpretation in Exotic Species. Contact:
todd_mezera@classicmed.com for further info.
And a TWO day exotic species endoscopy lab preceding the conference
program. For further info contact CChamness@ksvea.com
3rd Regional Conference on Marketing in Zoos
Loro Parque
Tenerife
1 – 2 June 2001
For further info contact:
Marketing2001@chesterzoo.uk
International Elephant and Rhino Research Symposium
Vienna Zoo Schoenbrunn
Austria
7 – 11 June 2001
For further info contact:
Hschwammer@zoovienna.at
Or visit
http://www.zoovienna.at
PAAZAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
Protea Keurbooms River Lodge near Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
19 - 22 JUNE 2001
For further info visit: http://www.paazab.org
Riddle's Third Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
20 June - 24 June 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Endangered Species Conservation and Zoos
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust Summer School
16 July - 3 August 2001
For further info contact: itc@durrell.org
The 8th International Waterfowl and Wetlands Symposium
Hyatt Regency, Washington
in Washington D. C.,
20 - 22 July 2001
For further info contact:
bcarlson@ducks.org
or visit:
http://www.ducks.org (after January 15, 2001).
or write to:
Brenda Carlson
Ducks Unlimited
One Waterfowl Way
Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(901) 758-3707
(A Latin American and Caribbean Waterfowl Conference Workshop will be
held on the day prior to the symposium
The International Society for Anthrozoology
2nd - 4th August 2001
Details about the conference and abstract submittal can be found at
the ISAZ website
http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAB/ISAZ.htm
AZOREN TRAINING CONGRESS
1st – 5th September 2001
Kenya
European Zoo Educators Congress 2001
Marwell Zoological Park
6 - 10 September 2001
For further info contact: EZE2001@marwell.org.uk
Amazon Ungulate Workshop
Cartagena de Indias
10 - 14 September 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.humboldt.org.co/faunaquintocongreso
The 6th European Squirrel Workshop
11th to 13th September 2001
Acqui Terme (Alessandria)
Italy
For further info visit:
http://www.agraria.unito.it/dip/divapr/wr
Zoo Collectors Meeting
15 - 16 September 2001
London, UK
(Details when I have them)
Incubation and Fertility Research Group 2001
17th - 18th September 2001
St Edmunds Hall
University of Oxford
For further info visit:
http://193.61.15.84/ifrg/ifrg.htm
or e-mail:
charlie@deemingdc.freeserve.co.uk
EAZA Conference 2001
18th - 23rd September
Prague
Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium
Orlando
3 - 7th October 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.colszoo.org/internal/elasmo_confer/elasmo.html
5th International Conference on Environmental Enrichment
Taronga Zoo
Australia
4 - 9 November 2001
For further info contact:
Mhawkins@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Or visit
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
First International Tapir Symposium
4th - 8th November 2001
San Jose
Costa Rica
For further info visit:
http://www.tapirback.com/tapirgal/symposium-2001/
Committing to Conservation Conference
28th November - 2nd December 2001
Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, Florida
USA
For further info contact: Elynn57@aol.com
Fourth World Congress of Herpetology
2 - 9 December 2001
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Please pre-register at website: http://www.4wch.com
23 International Ornithological Congress
11 - 17 August 2002
Beijing
China
For further info contact: infocenter@ioc.org.cn
or visit:
http://www.ioc.org.cn
or write/phone/fax
Mr. LIU Feng, IOC2002/CICCST, 86 Xueyuan Nan Road, Beijing 100081,
China
Fax: (86-10) 6218 0142 Tel. (86-10) 6217 4952
Vth International Parrot Convention
19 – 22 September 2002
Puerto de la Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
For further info visit: http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org
First International Conference on Zookeeping
2003
The Netherlands
(Details when available)
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planet!
So you could try here. Let me know and I will post it.
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There is a members only chat site attached to Zoo Biology. This
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ZooNews Digest is an independent publication, not allied or attached
to any zoological collection. Many thanks.
Kind Regards,
Wishing you a wonderful week,
Peter Dickinson,
Sadly, I have to report that Richard Hughes of Chester Zoo died as a
result of injuries he sustained following the attack by the
elephant "Kumara". (Reported here two weeks ago). I did not know
Richard but I knew of him and I know people who worked with him. I
share their loss and mourn with them. Richard had achieved much in
his 34 years till he landed his "dream job" of elephant keeper.
His father described him as someone who "lived, slept and breathed
elephants".
Richards's death is a tragic loss not only to his family, to Chester
zoo but to the animal keeping profession as a whole.
Zookeeper dies after attack
(Chester Zoo)
http://icchesteronline.ic24.com/0100news/0100regionalnews/page.cfm?
objectid=7530469&method=full
Zoo company faces prosecution over keeper's death
(Port Lympne Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_217982.html
Popcorn Park Zoo's rescued elephant, Sonny, dies at 21
http://www.app.com/news/app/story/0,2110,359328,00.html
Zoo keeper mauled to death 'after defecating on tiger'
(Jinan Animal Park)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_215916.html
Key Zoo Staff In Conflict
(Chester Zoo)
http://icchesteronline.ic24.com/0100news/0100regionalnews/page.cfm?
objectid=7518541&method=full
Penguin thrown to lions by intruders
(Belfast Zoo)
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/et?
ac=000140326706927&rtmo=kCNe1CJp&atmo=kCNe1CJp&pg=/et/01/2/23/npen23.h
tml
Habitat loss called threat to giant pandas
http://archives.seattletimes.nwsource.com/cgi-
bin/texis/web/vortex/display?slug=panda16&date=20010216
Rare orangutan born at zoo in Dane County
(Henry Vilas Zoo)
http://www.jsonline.com/news/state/feb01/zoo22022101a.asp
Elephant's death contributes to increased education
(Oregon Zoo)
http://www.oregonlive.com/news/oregonian/index.ssf?/news/oregonian/01/
02/sc_41crit21.frame
Giant bird attacks man in zoo
(San Francisco Zoo)
http://www.ananova.com/news/story/sm_212865.html
Fleay wildlife park to be honoured
http://www.abc.net.au/news/regionals/goldc/reggc-23feb2001-3.htm
Janus puts stock in zoo with $7 million gift
(Denver Zoo)
http://www.denverpost.com/news/news0223f.htm
Koala kidnap accomplice sentenced to eight years
(San Francisco Zoo)
http://www.contracostatimes.com/news/bayarea/stories/xxkoalabrf_200102
23.htm
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If you know a story I have missed this week do drop me a line with
the full web address and I will try and include it next week.
ZooNews Digest subscribers can be found in :
Argentina, Australia, Austria, Bahamas, Bali, Bangladesh, Belgium,
Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Bulgaria, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Columbia,
Costa Rica, Croatia, Czech Republic, Denmark, Dominican Republic,
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Thailand, The Netherlands, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United
Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States, Venezuela, Vietnam,
Yugoslavia, Zambia, Zimbabwe.
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Quantum Verzeichnis 2001
The Directory of European Zoos and Conservation orientated
organisations.
This, the latest edition is bigger and better than before. Much new
and updated information has been added and, as a bonus, is
accompanied by an excellent supplementary CD-ROM.
I continue to find that this directory is amongst the most often
consulted reference books on my shelf.
To order a copy, please write to:
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The National Aquarium in Baltimore is happy to announce the first
annual Information Technology Conference for AZA member
institutions! The conference will be held from April 22-25 in
Baltimore. Because of the rapidly expanding world of information
technology and its incredible impact on our industry, we find a
conference based exclusively on IT as the next natural step in our
evolution. Since we are all from diverse institutions with diverse
resources it is
essential for the enrichment of all of our institutions to share our
IT experiences. At the close of this 4 day conference, we hope that
all of us will leave with a solid understanding of how other AZA
member institutions are fulfilling their IT needs.
For more information on the conference, please visit
http://it.aqua.org
Any other questions can be directed to Hans Keller, (410)
659-4226.
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Anyone with information on "state-of-the-art" animal hospitals
associated or located on a zoo in the United States please contact
me. A zoological garden is looking to build a new hospital and is
looking for an expert to assist their team in designing the new
animal hospital. I will pass your e-mails along.
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Experience "Zoo Africa", Munda Wanga, Zambia.
Three week volunteer opportunities available for those interested in
gaining hands on experience at a third world Zoo, finding its feet
after years of neglect. Interested? send for more information.
Contact Sarah Wagner. Limited places available for 2001.
Munda Wanga Trust
PO Box 38267
Lusaka
Zambia
Tel: 00-260-1-278456
Fax: 00-260-1-278529
email: biopark@zamnet.zm
N.B. I have just had two friends return from here. They "loved
it", "It was brilliant", "Given the opportunity would go back next
year"
Sounds good to me….Peter
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Subject experts needed for update of Grzimek's Animal Life
Encyclopedia
Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia is an internationally prominent
scientific reference compilation, first published in 13 volumes in
German in the late 1960s. The Gale Group has acquired rights to
revise the English translation of this acclaimed series and is
seeking qualified members of the scientific community to serve on the
Grzimek's Editorial Board.
The original Grzimek's Tierleben Enzyklopaedie was prepared under the
editorship of notable zoologist Bernhard Grzimek (1909-1987). Mr.
Grzimek had served as director of the Frankfurt Zoo and also directed
the documentary film "The Serengeti Must Not Die", which won Germany
its first Academy Award.
The Grzimek's set is known for the clarity of its scientific
reporting and the comprehensiveness of its coverage. It describes
animals found anywhere on the globe, in the following format:
Vol 1: Lower animals Vol 5: Fishes II/Amphibians
Vol 2: Insects Vol 6: Reptiles
Vol 3: Mollusks and echinoderms Vols. 7-9: Birds I - III
Vol 4: Fishes Vols. 10-13: Mammals I-IV
Detailed, multi-page articles provide descriptions of an animal¹s
life cycle, geographic distribution, food systems, predators, and
overall ecology. The set is well-illustrated with high-quality
photographs, drawings, maps, charts, and tables.
The Gale Group will be undertaking a complete revision of the series,
expanding it to 16 volumes, commissioning new color images, and
updating the information while also making the set easier to use.
To accomplish this goal, Gale is seeking academic specialists to
contribute articles, subject experts to serve on the Editorial Board,
and a luminary in the field of zoology to oversee the publishing
program as Editor-in-Chief. To apply for these positions or to
nominate a candidate, please send a letter of interest and a resume
to: donna.olendorf@galegroup.com Or mail to: Donna Olendorf, Senior
Editor, Science Team 2-651, Gale Group, Farmington Hills, MI 48331.
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Zoo Staff Personals
Looking for work? Someone to travel with? Somewhere to stay? Let me
know and I will post it here.
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Situations Vacant
(Please mention you saw the advertisement in ZooNews Digest should
you apply for any of these posts, many thanks) Do you have a vacancy
to advertise? Please email me.
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Blackpool Zoo
Seasonal Education Assistants
Blackpool Zoo Education department are looking for up to 5 dynamic
and gifted education staff to assist the education officer, in the
preparation and delivery of this years education and events program.
Working in our newly expanded education department, you will be
responsible for delivering public presentations, the new schools
programme plus assisting with weekend and holiday events and general
administration duties.
You will have a friendly and outgoing personality and an enthusiasm
for conservation education.
Knowledge of the zoo world will help you integrate messages of
conservation into the work of the department.
A Zoology degree or other related degree would assist you to deliver
the sessions with the appropriate accuracy.
You will have experience of working with children and /or the general
public.
Days of work will vary, but hours will be about 30 per week
Pay will be approximately £4.60 per hour
For an informal discussion, an application form and /or further
details please phone NAN SWANNIE (Education Officer) on (01253) 830
805 or Write to Nan Swannie at Blackpool Zoo, East Park Drive,
Blackpool FY3 8PP
Closing date for applications: 23rd March 2001
Proposed interview date: 30th March 2001
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A temporary Keeper position is available at Edinburgh Zoo for 12
weeks,beginning early March 2001. For further information and to make
an application, please contact Martin Gibbons, Animal Conservation
and Research Dept., Edinburgh Zoo, telephone 0131 314 0314 or
martin-gibbons@excite.com by 5th March.
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KEEPER VACANCIES - LONDON ZOO
We are looking for three experienced members of staff, preferably
with the City & Guilds Certificate in Animal Management, who are
familiar with accepted husbandry practices and standards, and have an
interest in breeding programmes and conservation:
BIRD KEEPER for the Tropical Bird House
AQUARIST for the Aquarium
INVERTEBRATE KEEPER/AQUARIST for the Web of Life
Starting salary is dependent on relevant experience and
qualifications.
Please send a curriculum vitae with covering letter to the Personnel
Department, London Zoo, Regent's Park, London NW1 4RY. Tel:
0207-449-6253. Email - personnel@zsl.org
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The City of Topeka (KS, USA) Zoo is seeking Zoo Keepers.
This position is responsible for providing care to Zoo animals in the
zoological park. Duties include preparing diets, observing and
correcting animal behavior, providing assistance in administering
veterinary care and maintaining area facilities and equipment.
Cleans cages, holding pens and other confinement areas, makes repairs
as necessary. Prepares special project reports, researches and
gathers information for these projects and reports information to
management. This position will work first shift, rotating days,
primarily 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., hours subject to change during
spring/summer months, dependent upon established Zoo operating
hours. Includes weekend and holiday work.
REQUIREMENTS: Associate degree in Zoo Keeping or an Associates degree
in Biology, Zoology, or closely related field plus one (1) year of
experience caring for animals in a zoological park setting. Elephant
protected contact, great ape, aquarium, and/or experience in
educational programming preferred. To apply: send resume to City
of Topeka Human Resources, 215 SE 7th St., Room 170, Topeka, KS 66603
or fax resume to (785) 368-3605 or e-mail resume in MS Word format to
msmith@topeka.org.
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The ANIMAL WELFARE UNIT of NSW AGRICULTURE is seeking a PROJECT
OFFICER to help improve the quality of animal care and exhibition in
NSW zoos, wildlife parks and circuses. This is an excellent
opportunity to play a critical role in developing standards for
keeping and displaying exhibited animals and in developing
appropriate standards of skill and qualification for industry members.
PROJECT OFFICER, ANIMAL WELFARE Professional Officer, Grade I-IV,
Orange. Position No: Ag 01/02/031. Total Remuneration package valued
up to $73,932 (Salary $35,203-$46,967 with progression to $67,610
subject to meeting certain criteria). Develops standards and training
for animal exhibitors and oversees review of licensing applications.
Selection Criteria: Degree level relevant tertiary qualifications or
equivalent. Commitment to improving animal care and exhibition in
zoos, wildlife parks, and circuses. Familiarity with wild animal
keeping/exhibition techniques. Awareness of factors which influence
animal welfare. Superior written and verbal communication skills,
including technical report-writing, liaison, presentation, and
ability to deal with sensitive issues. Supervision skills.
Demonstrated capacity to work within a team environment. Capacity and
willingness to be authorised as an Exhibited Animals Protection Act
(EAPA) inspector. Current drivers licence. Preferably you will have:
Appreciation of adult learning/education and administrative law
principles. Capacity to assess animal exhibits for compliance with
standards.
Contact: For common selection criteria see NSW Agriculture's website:
http://www.agric.nsw.gov.au.
Inquires and Information Packages: Mr M Crane on 61-2- 63913716 or Mr
R Burton on 61-2-63913324. Applications marked "Confidential"
(quoting Pos No) to: Recruitment Manager, NSW Agriculture, Locked Bag
21, Orange NSW 2800 Australia. Closing date: 9 March 2001.
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Volunteer required for project in Cambodia. Keeper experience
necessary. To assist at a rescue centre, for a period minimum of four
months. Starting date March. Accommodation, transport and small
stipend supplied. Please make contact to the following e-mail address
for further details.
volunteers@pobox.com
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SOUTH LAKES WILD ANIMAL PARK THE LAKE DISTRICT, ENGLAND
http://www.wildanimalpark.co.uk
2 Mammal Keepers needed to expand the growing team at South Lakes.
Some experience with White Rhino, Giraffe, Primates, Bears and Cats
an advantage. For further details and conditions contact: Roy Pirie,
Admin Dept.
South Lakes Wild Animal Park,Dalton-in Furness, Cumbria LA15 8JR.
roy.pirie@wildanimalpark.co.uk
Closing date for applications. MARCH 16th 2001
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Work Experience Placements (Animal Keeping / Research) at Chester Zoo
There are 12-month work experience placements available at Chester
Zoo, offering students the opportunity to gain practical experience
within a unique scientific/conservation environment. The placements
in animal keeping offer experience in animal husbandry and welfare by
assisting animal keeping staff on a particular section.
The placement in research offers the opportunity to gain knowledge of
various areas of zoo research by assisting the Research Officer.
Positions to start in September 2001.
For more information contact Jayne Quinn, Personnel Manager, Chester
Zoo, Caughall Road, Upton, Chester CH2 1LH, tel: 01244 650232,
closing date for applications is 28th Feb. 2001.
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WORLD ASSOCIATION OF ZOOS AND AQUARIUMS
DIRECTOR
Requirements :-
Proven administration experience at a senior level, preferably gained
in business, diplomatic or scientific fields.
Experience in implementing and managing business plans.
Well developed liaison competence – good communication skills
Computer literacy.
Exposure to conservation issues
Willingness to travel is essential.
Willingness to settle in one of the following locations: Minneapolis
(USA), London (UK), Vienna (Austria) or Berne (Switzerland).
DUTIES
Facilitate an active relationship amongst all regions.
Co-ordinate all marketing activities.
Monitor and implement membership services and activities.
Lobby governments, international institutions and business.
Raise funds for the organisation.
Contact: Willie Labuschagne, President, World Association of Zoos
and Aquariums. P.O. Box 754, Pretoria, 0001, South Africa. Fax: +
2712 323-4540. E-mail: wlab@mweb.co.za. Closing date: 15th March 2001
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For the most up to date links to sites advertising Zoo work go to:
http://members.tripod.com/~Sciurus/index.html
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Meetings
Environmental Management Symposium
Aalborg Zoo
1 - 4 March 2001
For further info e-mail:
hju@aalborg-zoo.dk
9th Annual International Association of Avian Trainers and Educators
Orlando, Florida
1 - 4 March 2001
For further information e-mail: Barbnei@aol.com
Or visit: http://www.iaate.org
International Congress on Testudo
Gonfaron
France
7 – 10 March 2001
For further info contact:
Soptom@compuserve.com
Or visit
http://www.tortues,com/testudo.htm
13th Non-Domestic Neonatal Symposium
7th March 2001
San Diego
For further information contact: kmichelson@sandiegozoo.org
The Dallas Zoo presents a
WILDLIFE RESEARCH EXPEDITION
to study endangered wildlife in Mexico
March 10-23, 2001
For further information please contact Wanda Weaver at (214) 670-6833
or e-mail Leanne at dzconsrc@airmail.net
3rd IMATA Regional Meeting Europe
(International Marine Animal Trainers Association)
Genova Aquarium
Genova-Italy.
13th March 2001
For further information please contact:
Sabrina Labberte
+39.039.6612829 phone / fax
email sabrinalabberte@netscape.net
Seminar on keeping otters in captivity
14th - 16th March 2001
German Otter Centre
Hankensbüttel,Hanover
Germany
For further details please contact Aktion Fischotterschutz, OTTER-
ZENTRUM,29386 Hankensbüttel, Germany, Fax +49-5832-980851, e-mail:
Aktion.Fischotterschutz@t-online.de
AZA WESTERN REGIONAL WORKSHOP
23rd - 25th March 2001
Hosted by the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Colorado Springs, Colorado
To be held at the DoubleTree Hotel 1-800-222-TREE
For complete up to date information and/or registration, please
see our website at http://www.cmzoo.org -or- the January 2001
Communique
2001 Annual ASZK/ARAZPA Conference
"Zoos as Ecotourism Destinations"
26th - 30th March 2001
Western Plains Zoo
Dubbo, New South Wales
Australia
For further information contact:jgibbons@zoo.nsw.gov.au
or visit:http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
Riddle's Second Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
28 March - 1st April 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Second European Zoo Nutrition Conference
6 - 9th April 2001
Southampton
United Kingdom
For further information contact:
Nutrition2001@marwell.org
or visit:
http://www.marwell.org.uk
or by post/fax to: Zoo Nutrition 2001,
Marwell Zoological Park, Owslebury, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1JH,
United Kingdom. Fax: (0) 1962 777511.
AZA Central Workshop April 26-28, 2001
26th - 28th April 2001
Hosted by the Detroit Zoological Institute, Royal Oak,
Michigan
To be held at the Hotel Pontchartrain in Detroit call
1-877-965-9464 for reservations. For complete up to date
information and/or registration, please see our Web site at
http://www.detroitzoo.org –or- the January 2001 Communiqué.
26th Conference -- Animal Transportation Association
29 Apr - 2 May 2001
Toronto, Canada
Annual Conference and General Meeting of the Federation of Zoological
Gardens of Great Britain and Ireland
London Zoo
United Kingdom
10th - 13th May 2001
For further info contact:
Admin.fedzoo@zsl.org
British Veterinary Zoological Society
"Zoo & Wildlife Care in the 21st Century"
Bristol Zoo Gardens
Clifton, Bristol
United Kingdom
12th - 13th May 2001
For registration details contact Derek Lyon MRCVS at 7, Bridgewater
Mews, Gresford Heath, Pandy, Wrexham LL12 8EQ. Email dglyon9@aol.com
TEL NO:- 01978 852866 FAX: 01978 852065
To present a paper, or discuss how you can contribute to this
meeting, please contact Sharon Redrobe MRCVS at Bristol Zoo Gardens,
Bristol BS8 3HA, Email sredrobe@bristolzoo.org.uk, Fax 0870 133 8308,
Tel 0117 970 6176
See also the British Veterinary Zoological Society Website at
http://www.bvzs.org
Thirteenth International Conference on Bear Management and Research
Jackson Hole, Wyoming, USA
21 - 25 May 2001
For further info visit:
http://outreach.uwyo.edu/conferences/bears
SIXTH INTERNATIONAL SMALL FELID WORKSHOP
29th - 31st May 2001
Simon Bolivar Zoo
SAN JOSE, COSTA RICA
For further info contact Sonia Alziper on:
fundazoo@racsa.co.cr
Pre-registration e-mail address: rcmatz@lv.rmci.net
If you have questions about the workshop, housing or tours,
contact Pat Quillen at e-mail : patquillen@juno.com or fax: (760)
749 - 1324
2001 International Conference on Exotics (ICE2001)
31 May - 3 June 2001
Lago Mar Resort
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
For further info contact: info@ZEN-Inc.com
or visit: http://www.ZEN-Inc.com
Attached to the above meeting on May 30th there be a wetlab on
Ultrasound Interpretation in Exotic Species. Contact:
todd_mezera@classicmed.com for further info.
And a TWO day exotic species endoscopy lab preceding the conference
program. For further info contact CChamness@ksvea.com
3rd Regional Conference on Marketing in Zoos
Loro Parque
Tenerife
1 – 2 June 2001
For further info contact:
Marketing2001@chesterzoo.uk
International Elephant and Rhino Research Symposium
Vienna Zoo Schoenbrunn
Austria
7 – 11 June 2001
For further info contact:
Hschwammer@zoovienna.at
Or visit
http://www.zoovienna.at
PAAZAB ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND CONFERENCE
Protea Keurbooms River Lodge near Plettenberg Bay
South Africa
19 - 22 JUNE 2001
For further info visit: http://www.paazab.org
Riddle's Third Elephant Ultrasound Workshop
20 June - 24 June 2001
For further info please e-mail:
elephantfarm@alltel.net
Endangered Species Conservation and Zoos
Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust Summer School
16 July - 3 August 2001
For further info contact: itc@durrell.org
The 8th International Waterfowl and Wetlands Symposium
Hyatt Regency, Washington
in Washington D. C.,
20 - 22 July 2001
For further info contact:
bcarlson@ducks.org
or visit:
http://www.ducks.org (after January 15, 2001).
or write to:
Brenda Carlson
Ducks Unlimited
One Waterfowl Way
Memphis, Tennessee 38120
(901) 758-3707
(A Latin American and Caribbean Waterfowl Conference Workshop will be
held on the day prior to the symposium
The International Society for Anthrozoology
2nd - 4th August 2001
Details about the conference and abstract submittal can be found at
the ISAZ website
http://www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/CCAB/ISAZ.htm
AZOREN TRAINING CONGRESS
1st – 5th September 2001
Kenya
European Zoo Educators Congress 2001
Marwell Zoological Park
6 - 10 September 2001
For further info contact: EZE2001@marwell.org.uk
Amazon Ungulate Workshop
Cartagena de Indias
10 - 14 September 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.humboldt.org.co/faunaquintocongreso
The 6th European Squirrel Workshop
11th to 13th September 2001
Acqui Terme (Alessandria)
Italy
For further info visit:
http://www.agraria.unito.it/dip/divapr/wr
Zoo Collectors Meeting
15 - 16 September 2001
London, UK
(Details when I have them)
Incubation and Fertility Research Group 2001
17th - 18th September 2001
St Edmunds Hall
University of Oxford
For further info visit:
http://193.61.15.84/ifrg/ifrg.htm
or e-mail:
charlie@deemingdc.freeserve.co.uk
EAZA Conference 2001
18th - 23rd September
Prague
Elasmobranch Husbandry Symposium
Orlando
3 - 7th October 2001
For further info visit:
http://www.colszoo.org/internal/elasmo_confer/elasmo.html
5th International Conference on Environmental Enrichment
Taronga Zoo
Australia
4 - 9 November 2001
For further info contact:
Mhawkins@zoo.nsw.gov.au
Or visit
http://www.zoo.nsw.gov.au
First International Tapir Symposium
4th - 8th November 2001
San Jose
Costa Rica
For further info visit:
http://www.tapirback.com/tapirgal/symposium-2001/
Committing to Conservation Conference
28th November - 2nd December 2001
Brevard Zoo
Melbourne, Florida
USA
For further info contact: Elynn57@aol.com
Fourth World Congress of Herpetology
2 - 9 December 2001
Colombo
Sri Lanka
Please pre-register at website: http://www.4wch.com
23 International Ornithological Congress
11 - 17 August 2002
Beijing
China
For further info contact: infocenter@ioc.org.cn
or visit:
http://www.ioc.org.cn
or write/phone/fax
Mr. LIU Feng, IOC2002/CICCST, 86 Xueyuan Nan Road, Beijing 100081,
China
Fax: (86-10) 6218 0142 Tel. (86-10) 6217 4952
Vth International Parrot Convention
19 – 22 September 2002
Puerto de la Cruz
Tenerife, Spain
For further info visit: http://www.loroparque-fundacion.org
First International Conference on Zookeeping
2003
The Netherlands
(Details when available)
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