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Susan Contents Editorial Hunt President’s Page

Committing to Conservation ...... 2 Caring For Wildlife ...... 6 And why not? We are a collective of All WAZA members must commit CITES: Animal Welfare and Illegal Trade ...... 8 like -minded organisations commit- and ‘live’ these strategies. We must US Trade in Tamanduas ...... 12 ted to saving wildlife – as a global be leaders in our commitment and Fishes as Pets ...... 15 force we can work more effectively practice; delivering the highest pos- WAZA Interview: Thomas Ziegler ...... 17 individually and jointly to make a dif- sible animal care and actively work- My Career: Ted Beattie ...... 21 ference for the world’s wildlife. ing for wildlife conservation. Book Reviews ...... 24 Announcements ...... 25 As the collective third largest global Just a short word on some of our Recent Updates: financial contributor to wildlife challenges. 2015 Biodiversity is Us Award Winners ...... 27 conservation, WAZA members are Paris Calling: well poised to take up this chal- The shocking images of animal abuse Climate Change Scientific Conference ...... 29 lenge. In addition, our education and sent so rapidly across the world via WAZA Grant 2014 ...... 31 advocacy reach is extensive and we social media occurring in organisa- Darwin’s Fox at Buin Zoo...... 32 enjoy wide‑ranging levels of public tions which call themselves zoos or New Exhibit News: credibility and trust within our com- aquariums have a huge potential to Orangutans at Barcelona Zoo ...... 34 munities. greatly damage us all and also WAZA. Stone Martens at Jerusalem Zoo ...... 36 © WAZA We have experienced this acutely WAZA Projects: Gerald Dick at CBD CoP 11, Hyderabad. The strategy urges us all to look at over the past 12 months and WAZA Penguin Promises ...... 38 the structure and orientation of our Council has responded appropriately, Arabian Sand Cat ...... 39 Dear WAZA members and friends! © Perth Zoo organisations; to build our education working cooperatively should it relate International Studbooks ...... 40 Susan Hunt. and advocacy programs; to use the to a WAZA member; and/or working New Members ...... 41 A year full of events and important developments is slowly ‘One Plan’ approach in our thinking with partners or government officials drawing to a close. One of the big highlights certainly is the in animal management; and “to cre- in efforts to address specific issues of completion of two big and important WAZA documents. I am honoured to be appointed to ate sustainable business plans to concern. We will continue to do this Both the Conservation and Animal Welfare Strategies will the position of President of WAZA. support field conservation efforts and WAZA will build its capacity become milestones for the zoo and aquarium community. Thank you to the retiring President while simultaneously facilitating and influence in this area, using After more than 2 years of preparation and hard work and Lee Ehmke for his guidance and wis- pro ‑environment behaviour change. the new WAZA strategy, with the participation of many members as well as external dom over the past two years in my This enhanced approach is the only Caring for Wildlife experts the two documents were successfully launched in Al position of WAZA President -elect, way to address effective human as a basis. Ain. The theme of our conference was dedicated at the same and to all Council and WAZA mem- threats to wild populations”. time to conservation and animal welfare and the two Coun‑ bers for supporting me in taking up cil members leading the process are presenting a flavour of this new role. WAZA’s new animal welfare strategy, contents in this NEWS. Caring for Wildlife, throws out a dif- This is an important time for WAZA. ferent challenge. Delivering high lev- Another focus in this edition is dedicated to commercial As a representative global organisa- els of animal care is a core activity of pet trade and trade for securing livelihood. Pet trade is an tion committed to wildlife conserva- all leading zoos and aquariums, and Imprint increasing sector of business and the tamandua is one such tion, it is a pivotal time for WAZA to as WAZA members we are all expect- example. Zoos have become very active in addressing this step up, building on our strengths; ed to be reaching the highest pos- Editor: Gerald Dick, issue, as documented here. CITES authorities and the zoo our partnerships; and our members sible levels of animal care. Caring for …We must be WAZA Executive Office community have to strengthen collaboration in order to to make a difference wherever we Wildlife calls on us to be transparent IUCN Conservation Centre combat such activities as well as illicit business. On the other can to save wildlife and habitats. in our animal welfare practices; to leaders in our Rue Mauverney 28 hand ornamental fish trade can be done in a sustainable work cooperatively internally within CH-1196 Gland way, securing fish populations and providing a source of The two new WAZA strategies re- our organisations and with partners: commitment and Switzerland livelihood at the same time, as illustrated by project Piaba. cently launched at the WAZA Annual with the community, universities Phone: +41 22 999 07 90 Conference at Al Ain provide strong and with like -minded animal welfare practice; delivering Fax: +41 22 999 07 91 Such positive examples underline the importance of the vehicles for WAZA action. Commit‑ organisations. Our work in animal contributions from the zoo and aquarium community ting to Conservation and Caring for care must be rigorous, with strong the highest possible Layout and typesetting: [email protected] and that we can make a big difference, once strategically Wildlife aim to build our collective governance and be under ‑pinned by Cover drawing: Kimio Honda (WAZA thanks for his generous donation!) focused as a community. effectiveness in our core foci – in sound observation and up ‑to ‑date animal care and Print: Agentura NP, Staré Město, Czech Republic wildlife conservation and animal science. A tool recommended by the I wish to thank all members and friends for their ongoing welfare. strategy is the ‘Five Domains’ model, actively working Edition: 800 copies | © WAZA 2015 support and extend a special welcome to all new members! a framework well‑tested in broader The conservation strategy throws animal welfare science and practice. for wildlife conser- This edition of WAZA News is also available on: With the best wishes for the festive season and a Happy us a clear challenge. As Committing www.waza.org (members’ area) New Year, to Conservation editor Rick Barongi vation… writes, it is a call for WAZA “to be- Printed on FSC paper. Gerald Dick | Executive Director come one of the greatest forces for wildlife conservation in the world”.

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Rick Barongi – Chair Conservation and Sustainability Committee Committing to Conservation COMMITTING TO CONSERVATION in 2015 and Beyond THE WORLD ZOO AND AQUARIUM CONSERVATION STRATEGY

Following more than two years of Great advances have been made in The definition of conservation has collaboration, Committing to Conser‑ conservation‑relevant scientific re- not changed – ‘Securing populations vation: The World Zoo and Aquarium search in the past ten years (page 37). of species in natural habitats for the Conservation Strategy was published This form of applied research has long term’ (page 12). While this is and the document distributed at the proven to be of enormous benefit to the ultimate goal, there are many 2015 WAZA Annual Conference in Al managing wild populations, when pathways towards achieving this. Ain. This timely publication contains laboratory and zoo‑and‑aquari- The first step requires creating an in- a wealth of best‑practice and leader - um‑based scientists collaborate with ternal culture of conservation within ship guidelines to assist zoological field researchers and wildlife manag- every zoological institution (page institutions of all sizes, and in all ers. Examples include the assessment 25). Before you can affect change on regions of the world, to maximize and treatment of an individual’s the outside you must have a shared their conservation efforts. Both the health by experts in their field, the vision and philosophical buy‑in at Conservation Strategy and Caring for development and improvement of all levels within your organization. Wildlife: The World Zoo and Aquarium contraception and assisted-reproduc- As stated, ‘Creating a conservation 2005 Animal Welfare Strategy will be avail - tion techniques, and pre-testing of culture requires clear lines of com- able online, and will be translated into satellite tracking devices on animals munication to all personnel about the To illustrate this vital connection several languages over the next year. in zoological facilities to ensure safe conservation work being undertaken, 2015 and the potential impact on wildlife and effective monitoring of wild and celebrations of success when conservation, I share a recent story It is ten years since the last WAZA animals. There is still enormous conservation objectives are achieved’. from my former employer. In May Conservation Strategy (2005) was untapped potential in applying the Everyone – staff, board members, 2015, the Houston Zoo opened published. The 2015 Strategy has knowledge gained from our zoo and donors and volunteers – must feel a new US$28 million Gorilla Forest a new format that utilizes compelling aquarium animals to saving conspe- that they are playing a meaningful habitat. This was the culmination of images to reinforce the text, making cifics in their natural ranges. Research role and making a difference. a five‑year project that included plan- it more user-friendly for a wider audi- carried out on elephants and frogs ning, design, fundraising and con- ence. The focus is on conservation ac- in zoological institutions, related Once an internal culture of conser- struction. When this project was ap- tion and results. A checklist of Seven to elephant endotheliotropic herpes vation is integrated throughout the proved in 2010, we began to research Steps to Conservation Leadership virus (EEHV) and tuberculosis, and organization then we should involve Developing a strong conservation One of the most frequent pronounce- gorilla conservation programmes that (page 13) provides a straightforward the amphibian disease chytridiomy- our visitors and local communities, brand at your institution is not only ments throughout this 2015 Strat- would be a good fit for the ethos at way for zoos and aquariums to as- cosis, respectively, is proving to have explaining how their visit to our insti- the right thing to do but is what our egy is that zoos and aquariums are Houston Zoo. We wanted to become sess and enhance their conservation significant benefits for testing and tution, or their actions in daily life, di- public expects of us. It also makes uniquely positioned to make a signifi- true partners in every aspect of the programmes. Furthermore, the One protecting wild populations. rectly help to save animals in the wild. good business sense. Zoos Victoria cant contribution to biodiversity con- programme, not just a source of Plan Approach is clearly defined, with Some great examples of converting has determined that their conserva- servation. With over 700 million visits financial support. Two major projects dramatic examples of how impera- This 2015 Conservation Strategy is interest into action are given in tion work is the second most impor- to zoological institutions worldwide were selected – Gorilla Doctors in tive it is to connect the animals in primarily directed at the leaders of Engagement – Influencing Behaviour tant reason the Melbourne commu- every year, we can effect change on Rwanda and GRACE (Gorilla Reha- zoological facilities to saving species our zoos and aquariums, making Change for Conservation (page 46). nity visits their zoo. This is predicated a scale that no other conservation or- bituation and Conservation Education in the wild (page 18). The Strategy a stronger case for being proactive The Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood on some very compelling marketing ganization can match – if we practice Center) in the Democratic Republic of also addresses the critical issues of in preparing for future challenges. In Watch programme empowers people campaigns that convey their exciting what we preach! Our conservation the Congo. Not only was a long-term sustainability of the animals in our a world that depends on technology to make more responsible choices conservation stories all over the city. actions must correlate with our con- funding commitment developed care, as well as how we can play to keep ahead of human population that support a healthier ocean and Whether or not being a recognized servation messages, as we are being but also Houston Zoo assisted with a more significant role in mitigating growth, and its inherent resource preserve diverse marine ecosystems. leader in conservation motivates held more and more accountable in graphic designs, community-educa- climate change (page 55). Notably, consumption pressures, we continue Supply‑chain activism, such as Don’t more people to visit zoological the world of instantaneous informa- tion programmes, website upgrades, this document aligns with the United to lose species and wild places at an Palm Us Off, the sustainable palm‑oil institutions might be debatable in tion sharing. Caring for live animals staff expertise and actively participat- Nations Strategic Plan for Biodiversity alarming rate. Technological advanc- buying campaign created by Zoos some regions. What is certain is that in zoological institutions carries an ing on the Board of Directors for each 2011–2020, including the Aichi Biodi- es need to work with nature – not Victoria, is another effective pro- conservation provides some fantastic enormous responsibility; not only organization. Such wide-ranging versity Targets (page 19). against it – because human beings gramme that has involved the entire stories that can be communicated must they receive the best‑possible involvement ensured that we were are totally dependent on nature. To community and corporate world. to guests during their visit. These care and enrichment but also they an integral part of the conservation borrow a phrase from Conservation conservation victories will more than should be conservation ambassadors stories delivered to our 2.35 million International … ‘Nature doesn’t need likely impact the decisions visitors that connect to their wild counter- annual guests, and not just a discon- people. People need nature.’. make in relation to return visits, pur- parts (page 59). nected donor of funds. chasing membership and donating to conservation programmes. www.waza.org/conservation 4 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 5

7 STEPS TO CONSERVATION LEADERSHIP

Step 1: Inform Educate your governing authorities and staff about the status of wild populations of animals on a regular and ongoing basis, and demonstrate how everyone can play a noteworthy role in reversing the declines.

© WAZA May 2014, workshop at Leipzig Zoo. Step 2: Mission Update the mission statement and strategic plan of your zoo or aquarium to include: a declaration that your institution exists © Rick Barongi for a higher purpose—wildlife conservation; a pledge that your ff Dave Matthews with White Rhino – institution will commit resources to this e ort; a plan for creating Celebrities for Conservation. a culture of conservation in your staff, communities, governing authorities and donors that gives everyone the opportunity to make a measurable difference.

One month before the public unveil- The most successful zoo-and-aquari- If we can all commit to the princi- Step 3: Budget ing of Gorilla Forest our marketing um‑based conservation programmes ples and guidelines set forth in this team arranged for a local newscaster have formed mutually beneficial Conservation Strategy, and stay the Assess how much your institution currently spends on field conservation according to the WAZA definition of to accompany a member of our con- partnerships with other conserva- course, we will not only ensure the conservation, and benchmark that with similar regional servation team to Rwanda to film tion-minded organizations to lever- continuation of our institutions but institutions. a one-hour TV special on the role of age their contributions into much also the survival of our planet. We the Houston Zoo in helping to save larger packages of support. The Euro- may even be able to change the © Zoos Victoria gorillas in the wild. This programme pean Association of Zoos and Aquaria definition of zoos and aquariums. Conservation Branding needs to be fun and memorable: Zooperman at Melbourne Zoo. was broadcast at prime time just one (EAZA) has developed some very Imagine, a new universally accepted Step 4: Revenue week before the much‑anticipated successful conservation campaigns in definition of our institutions as … opening. While the TV special helped which all its members can participate. ‘places where people come to see Work with staff to identify dedicated streams of revenue that can be used for field-conservation programmes. Ideally, to increase visitation rates to the new These EAZA campaigns raise several and learn about animals, which play We extend our grateful thanks to all these are streams generated both internally (from operating exhibit, its primary purpose was to hundred thousand dollars a year for a major role in saving populations of the sponsors of both the Conserva- budgets and events) and externally (visitor, donor or demonstrate how a visit to Gorilla global species conservation. The species in the wild’. tion Strategy and the Animal Welfare government funded). Forest actually helps to save endan- WAZA Biodiversity is Us outreach Strategy, whose logos appear on the gered wild gorillas. Having a popular project is yet another example of the I hope you find this 2015 WAZA Con- back covers of the documents. Their TV spokesperson confirming this collective power of zoological institu- servation Strategy both helpful and generous contributions helped to de- direct connection between animals tions to raise awareness, promote inspirational. fray additional unbudgeted expenses Step 5: Partnerships in zoological institutions and those action and save animals in the wild and allowed us to produce publica- Leverage resources by collaborating and partnering with other zoological institutions, conservation organisations, in the wild is worth more positive PR (page 45, 47 & 48). Finally, this document would never tions of the highest quality. centres of learning, government agencies and high-net- than money can buy. This is a practi- have been possible without the end- worth individuals that share our passion for animals and cal example of how the One Plan Since the publication of the 2005 Con- less hours of assistance from my fel- conservation. Approach should work for every live servation Strategy, zoos and aquari- low co-editors (Fiona Fisken, Martha animal at your institution. ums have dramatically increased Parker and Markus Gusset) and those our conservation commitments other major authors who were critical The 2015 Conservation Strategy con- and impacts. That is the good news. to the entire process: Jeffrey Bonner, Step 6: Priorities tains many other great examples of However, we are still only performing Paul Boyle, Steve Burns, Onnie Byers, Identify and prioritise species which allow you to deliver how WAZA institutions have stepped at a fraction of our potential in terms Gerald Dick, Lesley Dickie, Suzanne conservation victories that clearly demonstrate the impact the animals in zoos and aquariums have on our ability up their conservation efforts. The of conservation of biodiversity. While Gendron, Jenny Gray, Heribert • Barongi, R., Fisken, F. A., Parker, to save their wild counterparts. Connect your animals to estimated total amount of conserva- most zoos and aquariums state ‘con- Hofer, Susan Hunt, Sonja Luz and M. & Gusset, M. (eds) (2015) field conservation with personal stories of organisational tion funding from WAZA accredited servation’ as their core mission, they Peter Riger. A special thanks goes to Committing to Conservation: The commitment, both financially and with staff expertise. zoos and aquariums is US$350 million have not yet developed business and Megan Farias of the graphics design World Zoo and Aquarium Conser‑ a year. This number could easily be fundraising plans that allow them to department of the Houston Zoo for vation Strategy. Gland: WAZA over one billion US dollars, if every contribute more than one or two per the incredible artwork, and to both Executive Office. institution contributed 2–3% of their cent of their operational budgets to Peter Riger and Martha Parker for • CBD (2010) Strategic Plan for Step 7: Communication operating budget or raised an field‑conservation efforts. The 2015 final photo selections. As one person Biodiversity 2011–2020 and the Develop a communications plan that is positive and equivalent amount from conservation Conservation Strategy provides prac- stated after reviewing the printed Aichi Targets: “Living in Harmony proactive about your commitments and actions. Cultivate respected, independent spokespersons to donors (page 33). One billion US dol- tical guidelines and credible examples document – ‘congratulations on with Nature”. Montreal, QC: deliver conservation stories to visitors, the greater lars would be far more conservation of how to increase the intellectual a powerful and pretty piece of work’. Secretariat of the Convention on community and society. dollars than by any other conserva- and financial investments in conser- Biological Diversity. tion organization in the world. vation-related activities of your own institutions. 6 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 7

Susan Hunt – Chair Animal Welfare Committee Recommendations regarding envi- ronmental enrichment include using Caring For Wildlife: positive reinforcement as an enrich- ment and training tool and sharing successes and failures to improve WAZA’s First Zoo And Aquarium knowledge and practice. Conserva- tion‑based recommendations include establishing animal welfare as a key Animal Welfare Strategy component of zoo and aquarium conservation activities and projects supported by your organisation.

Caring for Wildlife also recommends using animal welfare as an instrument We believe that zoos and aquari- Our collective goal as WAZA mem- This is particularly important given for facilitating collaboration within ums have a responsibility to bers to conserve wildlife has been that we now live in an intercon- and between organisations. It recom- achieve high standards of animal well‑reflected in three WAZA strate- nected world and an age of real-time mends growing internal expertise, welfare in support of their goals gies produced over more than twenty digital communications. A neglected partnering with universities, research as modern conservation organisa- years (1993, 2005, and 2015). These animal in one zoo is quickly broadcast bodies and other zoological institu- tions… documents have been influential and around the world and is a reflection tions to further the understanding continue to be so, not just to WAZA on all zoos; an ill‑treated dolphin in of animal welfare states and related Zoos and aquariums that are members but more broadly to zoos one aquarium makes all of our organi- science. members of WAZA should have and aquariums around the world, sations look bad. a continuing commitment to helping to guide organisations which It is also recommended to actively improving animal welfare. That hold wildlife to make steps towards WAZA’s Caring for Wildlife contains support, partner or ‘twin’ with or- commitment is to: saving wildlife. This has been signifi- practical recommendations and also ganisations that require guidance to cant and is ongoing. checklists to assist in achieving high improve animal welfare. This can be • Strive to achieve high welfare standards of animal welfare. Central through staff exchanges, training op- standards for the animals in our Yet in the animal welfare sphere, is the recommendation that zoos and portunities, exchanging knowledge, care; WAZA members have taken our aquariums apply the scientifically CARING FOR WILDLIFE or providing or helping to secure • Be animal welfare leaders, advo- animal welfare expertise somewhat based ‘Five Domains’ model to un- funding grants. THE WORLD ZOO AND AQU cates and authoritative advisers; for granted. Animal care is a part of derstand, assess and monitor animal ARIUM ANIMAL WELFARE STRATEGY and our everyday work; and in the main welfare. The model is based on four In summary, Caring for Wildlife aims • Provide environments that focus we do it very well; it is core to our animal physical/functional domains: to provide guidance on establish- on the animals’ physical and operations. We have immense exper- nutrition, environment, physical health ing and maintaining good animal psychological needs. tise, specialist knowledge and direct and behaviour, and a fifth domain: welfare. It outlines the animal welfare high-level practice across a huge an animal’s mental state. These measures and conduct expected from (Extracts from range of taxa. domains frame conditions that give Java gibbon (Hylobates moloch). WAZA members and also supports Caring for Wildlife, 2015) rise to negative and positive subjec- © Zoos Victoria the ongoing evolution of positive It is now the time for WAZA mem- tive experiences that collectively can animal welfare within the wider zoo bers to step up – to show our good provide an indication of an animal’s and aquarium community. Written over two years, with input practice and excellent animal care – welfare status at a particular time. from many WAZA members and to influence, advocate and act – not I acknowledge and thank co-editors animal welfare experts, including only in wildlife conservation, but to Caring for Wildlife also includes rec- Professor David Mellor of Massey scientists, academics and animal wel- provide global guidance on zoo and ommendations on welfare accredita- University and Dr Markus Gusset of fare professionals, Caring for Wildlife aquarium animal welfare. tion, staff awareness, exhibit design the WAZA Executive Office, as well is an important step for WAZA. and environmental enrichment. It as the many chapter contributors Caring for Wildlife has been written incorporates ways to manage and and those who kindly read Caring for Significant advances have been made with this in mind. It is not only a guide monitor animal welfare in conserva- Wildlife during its development. I also in the knowledge and understand- for WAZA members to fine‑tune op- tion activities of zoos and aquariums. acknowledge and thank Professor ing of animal welfare, and WAZA erations and to continually improve, it It advocates that the public com- Joerg Junhold Director of Leipzig Zoo members, comprising the world’s aims to be a starting point in making munication activities of zoos and and previous WAZA President, whose leading zoos and aquariums, are at a difference for all animals in those aquariums are avenues to promote vision it was to initiate WAZA’s Caring the forefront of this important area. many other organisations around the animal welfare and provide guidance for Wildlife. This has been highlighted in WAZA’s world which call themselves a zoo or on visitor engagement and on animal development of the world‑first World aquarium. interactions. Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare Strategy, Caring for Wildlife. • Mellor, D. J., Hunt, S. & Gusset, M. (eds) (2015) Caring for Wild‑ life: The World Zoo and Aquarium Animal Welfare Strategy. Gland: www.waza.org/conservation WAZA. 8 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 9

John Scanlon – CITES Secretary General CITES: Animal Welfare and Illegal Trade

CITES, animal welfare CITES was the first, and possibly And CITES is possibly the only global and animal rights remains the only, global legal instru- forum in which we see experts and ment to address animal welfare,2 advocacy groups from such a wide The issues of animal welfare and ani- while noting some issues have been range of perspectives – conservation mal rights can generate a lot of the considered by the World Organization and sustainable use, trade, develop- media attention, especially regard- for Animal Health (OIE) and that sev- ment, livelihoods, animal welfare and ing charismatic CITES-listed animals, eral other conventions have adopted animal rights – come together in one both through traditional and social certain resolutions that relate to place to discuss, and contribute to media. We saw this most recently aspects of animal welfare. the making of decisions and recom- with the extraordinary global media mendations on such issues, which is attention surrounding the killing of The animal welfare provisions under a great strength of CITES. a male African lion in Zimbabwe that CITES are specific and targeted. They was given the name Cecil. This is address the transport of live animals In this context, it is worth noting that one area where national, rather than so as to minimize the risk of injury, CITES does not prevent countries international law, sets most of the damage to heath or cruel treatment from taking measures that go beyond rules and as such it varies consider- and ensure the suitability of places what is agreed through CITES, which ably from one State to another – not- destined to receive live animals (Res. are known as stricter domestic meas- © Gerald Dick ing that the issue of animal rights is Conf. 11.20), including rescue centers. ures. Such measures do however White rhino at Lisbon Zoo. related – yet distinct from – animal Guidance on meeting these CITES need to be consistent with a country’s CITES and illegal The scale of illegal welfare.1 obligations have been provided by obligations as a member of the World trade in wildlife – when trade in wildlife and the the Parties in some instances, such as Trade Organization. international trade is illegal international response through the guidelines on the trans- port of live specimens (Res. Conf. CITES regulates international trade in Leaving aside timber and marine • The recovery of the White rhino is 10.21 (Rev. Cop16)) . CITES-listed wildlife, and this involves products, it is estimated that the a great conservation success story, addressing both legal and illegal annual value of wildlife crime is up mainly due to the efforts undertak- However, to date, States have consid- trade. For domestic or international to USD 20 billion a year ranking it en in South Africa, but these gains …The animal ered that most animal welfare issues trade in wildlife to be described as amongst other serious transnational are now under threat. Poaching should be addressed through domes- illegal or as ‘illicit wildlife trafficking’, crimes such as the trafficking in peo- was well under control up until 2007 welfare provisions tic law rather than international law which is often used to refer to illegal ple and arms. Let me share just three when only 13 animals were poached. and there is currently no global treaty trade, it must contravene either do- examples to illustrate the scale of Since that time we have seen a rap- under CITES are governing either animal welfare or ani- mestic or international law (or both). the illegal taking that feeds this illicit idly increasing level of poaching, mal rights, although efforts have been 2 In particular: national authorities being trade: which reached a high last year with specific and made by some NGOs in this regard. It satisfied that “any living specimen will be CITES obliges States that are Party to 1,215 rhino poached in South Africa is perhaps partly for this reason that so prepared and shipped so as to minimize the Convention to (inter alia) not to • The poaching of African elephants alone for their horn. targeted. They CITES has been used as a forum for the risk of injury, damage to heath or cruel trade in listed species other than in and the illegal trade in their ivory the expression of a wide range of treatment”; the proposed recipient of a liv- accordance with the Convention, to is one of the most noticeable and • And these crimes are not only af- address the differing and passionately held views ing Appendix I specimen to be imported take appropriate measures to enforce destructive forms of wildlife crime. fecting iconic species that we all on international trade in wild animals, or taken from the high seas “is suitably the Convention and to prohibit trade Over the period 2010-2012, an know well. Lesser known species transport of live including on particular trade transac- equipped to house and care for it”; any in violation thereof, including meas- estimated 100,000 elephants were such as the pangolin, a small ant tions, whether all of the actions sought living Appendix II specimen taken from the ures to penalize such trade. poached for their ivory. In some re- eater living in Africa and Asia, are animals so as to by various actors fall under the current high seas ‘will be so handled as to minimize gions, such as Central Africa, killings being poached at a massive rate mandate of CITES or not. the risk of injury, damage to health or cruel Consequently, illegal trade, or ‘il- far exceed births, putting regional for their scales and meat, with 10 minimize the risk treatment’; during any period of transit, licit wildlife trafficking’, under CITES populations at imminent risk of tonnes of pangolin meat being re- holding or shipment, living specimens “are includes trading commercially in extinction. covered in just one customs seizure– of injury,… properly cared for so as to minimize the wild-taken specimens of Appendix that is the equivalent of 130 people 1 While there are many definitions, perhaps risk of injury, damage to heath or cruel I listed species and failing to obtain, of my weight. the primary distinction between the two is treatment”; designated rescue centers or to follow the conditions within, the that animal welfare accepts the responsible are able “to look after the welfare of living necessary permits or certificates to use of animals to satisfy certain human specimens, particularly those that have trade in Appendix I, II or III listed spe- needs, whereas animal rights does not, been confiscated”; and trade in certain live cies, as well as the illegal possession with animals themselves having rights that animals is only to “appropriate and accept- of specimens illegally imported or must be respected. able destinations.” otherwise acquired. 10 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 11

Swiss Customs Confiscate 262 kg Ivory While combatting illicit wildlife traf- As a result, the importance of treat- The role of International ficking presents major challenges, the ing certain illicit wildlife trafficking as and national law in On 4th August 2015 the Swiss authorities confiscated ivory worth approx. 400,000 US $ and additionally positive news is that there is a global a serious crime has been recognized combatting illegal trade 1 kg of teeth and claws from lions. The goods were seized at Zürich airport packed in 8 different suit cases collective effort underway to combat by the UN General Assembly and in wildlife on their way from Tanzania to Beijing. it and we are witnessing encourag- others along with the need to combat ing progress both at national and corruption. The need for States to en- While CITES includes enforce- international level in response to the gage with Customs, the police, rang- ment‑related obligations, and many changing dynamic of these highly ers or inspectors, the judiciary, and other international agreements ad- destructive crimes, some aspects of sometimes the military to implement dress such issues, law enforcement is which I will highlight. CITES effectively is also recognized, a domestic responsibility and current which may necessitate intervention international efforts are focused on The 2012 UN Conference on Sustain- from the highest political level. strengthening cross‑border coop- able Development, whose outcomes eration amongst source, transit and were endorsed in a resolution of The UN General Assembly, CITES Par- destination States, as well as support- the UN General Assembly, explicitly ties and others have recognized the ing relevant bilateral, regional, and recognized the “economic, social need to ‘mainstream’ wildlife crime cross‑regional enforcement efforts. and environmental impacts of illicit in calling for all States to consider The benefits of this collaboration trafficking in wildlife, where firm and becoming Parties to the UN Conven- across source, transit and destination strengthened action needs to be tak- tions against Corruption and Transna- States are now increasingly evident – en on both the supply and demand tional Organized Crime. As a conse- such as the excellent results achieved sides” and has emphasized “the quence, international organizations through Operation Cobra III, the larg- importance of effective international that deal with Customs, the police, est ever joint enforcement initiative cooperation among relevant multilat- the judiciary, and related conventions undertaken earlier this year between eral environmental agreements and dealing with corruption and transna- 62 States across Asia, Africa, Europe international organizations.” tional organized crime, become an and North America. essential part of the architecture for This message was powerfully rein- implementing CITES and combating Some academics and non-govern- forced in July when the UN General illicit wildlife trafficking. The ultimate mental organizations have called for Assembly unanimously adopted a res- objective is for such entities to in- international enforcement powers to olution on ‘Tackling Illicit Trafficking clude the combating of illicit wildlife combat illicit wildlife trafficking. This in Wildlife’, being the first dedicated trafficking in their core programmes could only occur under the existing resolution on the topic adopted by and as a part of their daily work. international legal regime if the juris- © Schweizer Zoll the UNGA. This resolution was the diction of the International Criminal © Schweizer Zoll culmination of several years of in- We have also seen the United Nations Court were expanded to cover illicit creasing political attention being paid Security Council adopt two Resolu- wildlife trafficking. to the devastating impacts of illegal tions on UN sanctions targeting trade in wildlife. armed groups in the Central African To do so, such offences would, how- Republic and the Democratic Repub- ever, need to be regarded by the in- These resolutions, and those taken lic of the Congo financed by the il- ternational community as one of “the by CITES and others, recognize that legal exploitation of natural resources, most serious crimes of concern to the illicit wildlife trafficking increasingly including poaching and illicit wildlife international community as a whole”, involves transnational organized trade. Individuals or entities involved such as the crime of genocide, and crime and in some cases rebel militia will be subject to travel bans and as- included in the Rome Statute of the and rouge elements of the military. set freezes. Such measures are critical International Criminal Court. It is This has changed the dynamics of when dealing with States where there highly unlikely that such a step will combating this highly destructive is a breakdown in law and order and be taken, at least in the foreseeable criminal activity, in particular as it where armed groups are operating. future. relates to some charismatic species, such as elephants and rhinos. As is referred to earlier, CITES does however have compliance process- es and compliance measures have been taken in the past where there has been a sustained failure to en- force the Convention at the national level. The ability to take such inter- national compliance measures, as a last resort, is not found in many international instruments, and it is a reason why CITES is often described as a Convention “with teeth.” 12 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 13

John Gramieri – Chair PAX TAG at AZA The US Trade in Tamandua tetradactyla

When animals for exhibit, breeding Wildlife and wildlife products legally Information from the US regional and/or interpretive program pur- imported into the United States must studbook for southern tamandua (Ta‑ poses cannot be sourced from other be declared at their port of entry mandua tetradactyla) was compared zoological institutions, zoos in the through the filing of a Form 3‑177, to the data for the past 15 years that United States very rarely participate Declaration for Importation or Expor‑ resulted from a global taxon report in the direct collection of specimens tation of Fish or Wildlife. Information generated via ZIMS, the Zoological from the wild. Instead, they rely upon from these forms is entered into the Management Information Sys- importers and animal dealers to pro- US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) tem, a product of ISIS. This process vide the animals they desire. Relying Law Enforcement Management Infor- validated the completeness of the upon such commercial sources, while mation System (LEMIS) database. studbook data at least in relation to mitigating costs relative to staff time Through a Freedom of Information those institutions in the US that are and logistical planning, may also be Act (FOIA) request, USFWS provided ISIS contributors. influenced by the presumption that data to the PAX TAG on the number outside sources could accomplish of pangolins, aardvarks and xenar- The challenge in assessing the role of the importation of wild specimens thrans declared to be imported into zoos relative to the larger commercial through established (presumably the United States from September, trade in wildlife lies in the nature of © Reid Park Zoo, Tucson Tamandua. efficient) processes. This presumption 2000 until September, 2015. The data the three datasets that have to be may be unfounded. relative to the importation of taman- reconciled. LEMIS data is a compre- Analysis and cross-referencing of the Three importers alone accounted truly a large-scale pet trade in taman- duas were analyzed in detail, as trade hensive compilation of legally import- three data set reveals that 581 Ta‑ for minimum of 339 acquired dur- duas, the frequency with which for- The Pangolin, Aardvark and Xenar- in this species had become, at least ed animals, but often non‑specific mandua tetradactyla were declared ing the timeframe evaluated (58.3% mer pets (having been relinquished thra TAG (PAX TAG), a taxon advisory anecdotally, a topic of concern. about individual importers in as much to be imported into the United States of the total number of imported by their owners) appeared in zoologi- group of the Association of Zoos and as the names of these individuals are over the past 15 years. In striking tamanduas). Of these, only 46 are cal collections would be expected to Aquariums (AZA), has monitored The LEMIS data related to taman- sometimes redacted in the reports contrast, only 50 wild-caught imports directly traceable to those importers be greater than is evident. This is the data on the commercial trade in as- duas (both Tamandua tetradactlya provided under FOIA. Furthermore, entered the studbook population over although, through intermediaries pattern seen with many other exotic sociated taxa since 2000. While the and T. mexicana) were sorted so that animals that are acquired by import- the same timeframe. Through both and captive breeding, the number pet species, such as kinkajous, coati- original intent had been to simply as- individual animals that were exported ers often remain within their facilities imports and captive births a total of tamanduas those three importers mundis, and even primates. The for- sess the potential availability of vari- and subsequently re‑imported (for until sold, often via intermediaries. of 148 tamanduas passed through supplied to the studbook population mer pet tamanduas would appear as ous species as it considered the TAG’s short‑term purposes, such as public Thus, there is no direct connection of the studbook population during the could be as many as 81 (13.6% to originating from “unknown” sources ability for building sustainable popu- appearances and marketing promo- individual animals that were acquired period examined. Of these, 63 were 23.9% of the total they imported). and thus would comprise a subset of lations of zoo-held species, the data tions) were eliminated from the data by importers and the zoos in which zoo‑born specimens, leaving 85 in- some 35 animals that are not directly raises questions about the volume of set, as were individuals that passed they ultimately may appear. dividuals that were either acquired The fate of the imported animals that traced to zoos or specific importers. the commercial trade in xenarthrans through a given US port “in transit” to from known importers, acquired from do not appear in the studbook re- Anecdotal evidence would seemingly and the disproportionately small per- a different international destination. ZIMS data is a detailed picture of intermediaries, or acquired as captive mains a question. The few tamanduas suggest that private entities (other centage of imported specimens that There were very few individuals (n=3) the collections of those institutions born specimens from non‑zoo sources. that were directly imported by zoos, than those that would report them ultimately appear within managed identified by importers asTamandua that participate in the reporting to or acquired through small importers to the studbook keeper) only rarely zoological collections. mexicana, and one animal that had ISIS, but this is not an all‑inclusive Even if all of this latter group were to that have close ties with zoos, have hold tamanduas. Informal verbal been identified only to the genus list of zoological facilities. In addition, have actually been imported individu- seemingly good survival rates. As inquiries of non-traditional zoos ( level. These animals were deleted reporting institutions will often gen- als, the total commercial trade in this previously acknowledged, it is known “rescue zoos”) failed to identify any from the dataset as they did not con- eralize non-zoos sources of animals species in the US would be seven‑fold that some pet tamanduas exist in the former pet tamanduas entering their tribute to the overall findings of the as “PUBLIC” or “PRIVATE.” Studbook the number of individuals that appear United States. However, if there were collections. investigation. data can address a broader set of in zoos that participate in collective participants, but seldom reflects management strategies. This sug- specimens held by private individu- gests the conclusion that the number als or dealers. While it is known that of tamanduas actually acquired by …the contribution of non-zoo sources tamanduas sometimes appear in cooperating zoos is relatively small the pet trade in the US, an objective (>14. 6%) in respect to the total to the North American managed tamandua assessment of the number of pet volume of US trade in the species. tamanduas is lacking. Nonetheless, the contribution of population has been significant… non-zoo sources to the North Ameri- can managed tamandua population has been significant. 14 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 15

Scott Dowd – Project Piaba Fishes as Pets: Buy a Fish, Save a Tree

How the aquarium fish hobby, with encouragement from zoos and aquariums can accomplish our conservation goals.

Our zoo and aquarium industry clear- The benefit from the protection of the The HAFSG developed several goals, © Guillermo Ferraris Tamandua. ly prioritizes captive breeding as the fishing communities is not limited to which include: most sustainable and environmental- the species being selected for capture ly benign way to source specimens for and export. In order to maintain a long • To identify, validate, and promote Tamanduas can prove to be challeng- A collaborative campaign of the IUCN In October, 2015 there was a work- our exhibits, and certainly for the pet lasting and robust aquarium fishery, the conservation and wise manage- ing to care for. Dietary issues and SSC Anteater, Sloth and Armadillo shop on the Nutrition of Insectivo- trade. However, Wild capture of live the entire ecosystem must be safe- ment of wild populations of tropical related nutritional disorders are mat- Specialist Group, the Pangolin, Aard- rous Mammals sponsored by Busch fishes for public aquariums and the guarded, and that is exactly what has fishes that are part of the home ters that often undermine the species’ vark and Xenarthra TAG, and the Gardens (Tampa, FL) and the San home aquarium hobby can, in cases, been happening in Barcelos for more aquarium trade, as well as the eco- ability to thrive in captivity. Behavio- Southern Tamandua Species Survival Antonio (TX) Zoo at which new ap- go far beyond “sustainable”. In fact, than 60 years. Pink river dolphins, systems where they are found. ral and spatial requirements can also Plan has recently been undertaken proaches to the feeding of myrme- wild capture fisheries can even result macaws, monkeys (and many other make tamanduas ill-suited for the to discourage the pet trade in taman- cophagous mammals were discussed. in an overwhelming benefit for the IUCN red listed species) all benefit by • To support sustainable, socioeco- novice caretaker. Nonetheless, there duas. Funded by the Reid Park Zoo While advances are being made to environment and people living in having the habitat that they depend nomic, and environmental benefits is a consistent trend of increase in the (Tucson, Arizona), 300 posters were better the husbandry of xenarthrans areas of biological importance. Zoos on protected by the fishing com- for home aquarium fishing commu- commercial importation of tamandu- printed in each of three languages under the care of zoo professionals, and aquariums should be leaders in munities. The very high quantity of nities, especially living in regions of as, and this trend is increasing slowly (English, Spanish and Portuguese) the degree to which the survival of showcasing these examples through carbon locked in the giant trees of the biological importance. but exponentially. (See graph.) and distributed at the 22nd congress tamanduas in enhanced while in the our exhibits. Amazon remains sequestered in these of the ALPZA (Asociación Latino- possession of importers and pet own- protected areas and the tropical forest • To develop and implement solu- mericana de Parques Zoológicos y Ac- ers is yet to be seen. There is a particular example in continues its atmospheric scrubbing tions that result in the most robust uarios) that took place in June, 2015. Brazil’s Rio Negro basin, which has processes. The fishing communities market for home aquarium fish that Persons responsible for zoo animal been elucidated and studied by have a lasting source of cash income result in environmental protection- acquisition decisions are encouraged Project Piaba. Here, aquarium fish alleviates poverty and assures them ism, poverty alleviation, and climate Graph Tamanduas imported into the USA to carefully consider the sources of can be collected in very high volumes that they will be able to feed their chil- stability. their collection animals. Large-scale (40,000,000+/year) and still result in dren today and in the days to come. importers may be driving a demand negligible, if any, negative impact The HAFSG is currently developing in exotic species that is much greater on the long term stability of the wild Project Piaba did not conceive of a white paper which will list a variety in volume than that which serves the stocks. Interestingly, while the fish nor initiate this model. The positive of examples of where the aquarium zoo community itself. By resorting to stocks are extremely resilient during relation between the fishery, forest, trade currently results in environmen- the expediency of purchasing animals natural environmental cycles, they are forest-dwelling communities and the tal and socioeconomic benefits. It will from commercial entities, zoos may very sensitive to longer environmen- fish trade was in place when Project also highlight regions where fisheries be having much larger indirect toll tal disruptions such as those resulting Piaba researchers first visited the area. could reasonably be adapted to result on wild populations than would be from environmentally destructive However, it quickly became apparent in environmental benefits and areas immediately apparent. This is not practices. In the Barcelos region of that this interdependent system could where the aquarium trade could be a circumstance limited to tamanduas. the Rio Negro, exports for the global be very powerful. With such encour- considered as part of a conservation A preliminary assessment of data aquarium trade represent at least aging findings related to the Brazilian strategy. relative to Linne’s two‑toed sloth, 60% of the cash income for the area, case, it was natural for the conserva- Choloepus didactylus, would indicate and provide the basis for the majority tion community to gain interest in that that species is subject to at least of livelihoods for the people. Since aquarium fisheries as a mechanism for 50% more commercial trade, with the fishery is of such importance to environmental protection and poverty equally poor representation in the the residents, there is a very powerful alleviation. The IUCN Freshwater Fish managed population. and effective driver of environmental Specialist Group has since established stewardship ingrained in the local the Home Aquarium Fish Sub‑group Those zoos already in possession of culture. If one were to visit the town (HAFSG). captive xenarthrans are encouraged of Barcelos (the hub of the regional to help build a sustainable captive fishery) and introduced themselves population through breeding the as an assessor for a timber or mining © Scott Dowd respective species, as well as to stay company planning to move in to the Shortstripe cardinals. abreast of developments in the hus- area, that person would very likely bandry of the taxa. have a very uncomfortable day. 16 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 17

One of the intended applications of the HAFSG white paper is for use by Thomas Ziegler zoos and aquariums, to help develop exhibits that engage and inform our Cologne Zoo, Germany WAZA Interview visitors. Our visitors often have a very profound experience as a result of our compelling programs and live animal displays. By the mere action of choos- Thomas became curator of the Aquar- ing to visit a zoo or aquarium, our visi- ium/Terrarium/Insectarium Depart- tor population is a self-selected group, ment of the Cologne Zoo in 2003; he which is disproportionately inclined is also the coordinator of the Cologne towards environmental concerns. Zoo’s Biodiversity and Nature Conser- vation Projects in Vietnam and Laos. In a soon‑to be‑published study of Thomas is member of the IUCN/SSC visitors to public aquariums in the US, Amphibian Specialist Group, within surveys have indicated that nearly the Mainland Southeast Asia Region, a third of our visitors are active in and of the Crocodile and Monitor Liz- the home aquarium hobby. After ard Specialist Groups. Furthermore consideration, this may not be such he is European Studbook keeper for a big surprise. Our visitors are drawn the Philippine crocodile. Thomas to wildlife after all; they’ve come to has studied biology at the University visit our zoos and aquariums! One Bonn (Germany), and conducted his © Vietnam project archive might ask, do home hobbyists like to diploma and doctoral thesis at the Thomas Ziegler with German-Vietnamese come to zoos and aquariums? Or, do Zoological Research Museum Alex- student team during field excursion in the zoo and aquarium visits inspire home ander Koenig in Bonn, with focus on WAZA: How do you manage to habitat of the crocodile lizard in northern fishkeeping? Either way, this topic zoological systematics and amphib- combine your professional duties Vietnam. is quite pertinent to our guests and ian and reptile diversity. Since 1997 at Cologne Zoo with your academic relevant to our exhibit choices. he has been involved in the discover- commitments and field work? ies and descriptions of 54 reptile, nine Zoos and aquariums have the power amphibian and one mammal species, T.Z.: Yes, actually these are several communicating team was crucial, to exhibit wildlife in compelling ways. mainly from South East Asia. Thomas jobs, which I have to balance: the both in my department, where the By showcasing and promoting home has published more than 330 papers work as curator, the university cours- keepers outstandingly support me, aquarium fish that have been sourced and books. As a zoo curator and pro- es and the research, and finally the and in the team of students; currently, from places like Brazil’s Rio Negro, ject coordinator he tries to combine project activities, which are not easy in our international working group, we can also foster responsible home in situ and ex situ approaches, viz., to to combine. Here, mainly team work we have four herpetological Ph. D. fishkeeping. The home aquarium link zoo biological aspects with diver- and logistics are important. Because students in Cologne, six in Vietnam hobby in turn, provides the economic sity research and conservation, both I am working in Vietnam since 1997, and one in Laos. Mostly courses support for a system which results in © Scott Dowd in the Cologne Zoo, in rescue stations and have developed a stable network take place in the lecture room in my poverty alleviation and environmen- Fish capture. and breeding facilities in Vietnam together with very engaged and close department so that I am directly on tal stewardship. and in Indochina’s last remaining partners, under the leadership of site and within reach which makes it forests. Since February 2009, Thomas Dr Truong Quang Nguyen from the easier to combine my academic com- So many of the conservation chal- promote environmental protection. has been an Associate Professor at Vietnam Academy of Science and mitment with the professional duties. lenges that we face seem to be be- Through our most basic function, of the Zoological Institute of Cologne Technology, it is possible to reduce yond our control, and it is difficult at exhibiting wildlife in the most com- University. my on-site project work to a few Furthermore, we can conduct conser- times to maintain hope. We often find pelling ways, we can directly impact weeks per year. Apart from that the vation based ex situ research directly ourselves asking, how can we foster these distant communities that are, continued, nearly around the clock in the zoo with species for which we circumstances that favor the environ- in many cases the deciders of how e-mail communication with Vietnam are also engaged in the field. That’s ment in developing countries where the environment will be valued and is crucial to keep the projects running. because we have built up a focus poverty and food security drive of treated. Project Piaba began its Important to me is also the bilat- on South East Asia in the terrarium acts of desperation and environmen- studies in the Rio Negro 25 years ago. eral exchange at the same eye level; section; we currently are building tal destruction? The good news is that We are just now focusing in on how hence, we also have frequent guest a crocodile lizard research and breed- there are examples where sustain- this can be implemented as a global visits from Vietnam and Laos, either ing compartment, and perform larval able fisheries for the home aquarium zoo and aquarium initiative. Please project partners, students or keep- developmental studies directly in our trade can help alleviate poverty and feel free to contact us via the Pro- ers from the stations which we have amphibian breeding facilities, which ject Piaba web site or monitor our © Scott Dowd jointly built up and developed. It goes we have built up in recent years. And progress on Facebook. We need your Fisherfolk of the Rio Negro River without saying, that research and pa- last but not least I am supported and input! Please also watch for the first in the Amazon. per writing, but also the supervision encouraged by my directors Theo draft of the white paper to be circu- of students goes far beyond work- Pagel and Christopher Landsberg to lated for specific exhibit ideas. ing hours, often at night and during continue with teaching, research and weekends. Also the constitution of conservation activities. an excellently matched and regularly www.projectpiaba.org 18 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 19

How does Cologne Zoo emotionally The revised World Zoo and Aquarium In your experience, what does it take and intellectually connect its visitors Conservation Strategy has a stronger to create a culture of conservation to your field work? focus on field conservation. Some in a zoo or aquarium, as called for in zoos and aquariums claim that by the revised World Zoo and Aquarium We refer at different places in the breeding animals and educating visi- Conservation Strategy? Cologne Zoo to our research and tors, they are already doing enough nature conservation activities in for conservation, without the need Well, next to in situ engagement zoos Indochina. For example there is a Vi- to get engaged in field conservation. and aquaria also can directly contrib- etnam presentation in the terrarium What is your view on that? ute in their institutions, beyond cur- section with large mixed rainforest rent ESB’s and EEP’s. In particular in species exhibits consisting of panels Of course, zoos are important win- herpetology, common species could and posters. In particular in the ter- dows to nature to show the visitors be replaced by poorly known and rarium section we develop since years the fascinating species diversity, but threatened species. Here individu- a focus on South East Asia and try to also have to point to its preservation. als rescued from confiscations can © Truong Quang Nguyen display attractive, little known and Conservation breeding programes be the founder of a breeding project. 2013: New species detected often threatened species like the only are also important, but if we do not We just recently received confiscated in Vietnam and named after WAZA: WAZA treefrog recently discovered Quince monitor succeed to conserve species in their Antaresia pythons, which could not (Gracixalus waza). lizard, where we could achieve the biotope or rather fail to preserve the be properly identified by morphology first breeding success in a European natural habitats, then all becomes alone; after genetic analyses they all Zoo and the first F2 breeding of the absurd. I believe, every zoo should proved to be Stimsons pythons which Thomas’ 3 wishes species in general. We also closely decide according to its scope. One we subsequently could breed (to our cooperate with the authorities and option can be to acquire funds for knowledge for the first time in a Euro- for the Zoo Genie How does Cologne Zoo benefit from Generally, I try to develop research could accommodate diverse spe- conservation, another is personnel pean zoo) to provide offspring to your activities outside the zoo, both topics, which are also of relevance for cies from confiscations, which we commitment, for example an e-mail interested zoos. Generally, exchange The Zoo Genie is ready academic and in the field? I the zoo. For instance, in the context subsequently try to breed and study, advice sent to a help seeking sta- of keeping parameters and publica- to answer 3 wishes. of genetic screening we could proof for example the enigmatic Blue tree tion overseas. Due to our long-time tion of breeding successes is impor- Talk to him… There are meanwhile four student for the first time the existence of the monitor. Generally, our visitors are in- contacts in Vietnam and the existing tant, so that we can learn and benefit courses every year in Cologne, and recently revalidated Northwestern formed by a new signposting system. network, we can directly interfere from each other, share bred individu- an additional one in Bonn, which I al- Nile crocodile in a European zoo. Topical offsprings in the terrarium and cooperate on site. That way we als, and by doing so contribute to the 1. I would truly wish that zoos ready run since 19 years. We can pass Subsequently, previously wrongly section are shown in a special off- provide our knowledge in terms of reduction of wild caught amphib- would be less criticized in the on our ideas and experiences in zoo identified Nile crocodiles could be spring exhibit, like currently froglets setting and development of rescue ians and reptiles in zoos. In the last public, and that their ambassador biology and diversity conservation, to identified, and by doing so a basis for of the helmeted toad, a threatened stations and of conservation breeding year we could help the authorities function for the diversity of our a new generation. I am also glad to a potential breeding project of this species listed in the Red Data Book of projects, like it is currently happen- to temporarily house confiscated planet and their potential for spe- see that some of my former students poorly known species could be set Vietnam. At the occasion of special ing for the Psychedelic rock gecko wild-caught Jewelled geckos, which cies conservation would be more on their part could fill vacancies up. Furthermore, some of the newly events, such as the zoo day or the in Wildlife at Risk’s Hon Me Rescue subsequently were returned to their valued and realized, respectively. for example in nature conservation recorded or described species during long night in the Aquarium, our visi- Station in South Vietnam, coming home country – the first overseas authorities. In particular I am happy our field work could attract attention tors also can directly ask questions to along with corresponding staff train- repatriation of a poached living 2. For herpetological zoo col- that we recently also could establish for nature conservation. For instance, the zoo team and gain special back- ing, as we just recently have also animal species to New Zealand. That lections I would wish that instead student courses in Vietnam, namely we could prove the occurrence of the stage insights. Beside guided tours implemented in the reptile house of was from our point of view a great of common species more rare a weeklong course in Hanoi and a one crocodile lizard in Vietnam for the and talks, we also regularly provide the Saigon Zoo. message for species conservation and threatened species could be day course in Ho Chi Minh City, so first time in 2003 and subsequently, detailed information through reports and at the same time shows that zoos shown, at best at the same time that we directly can build up young based on our field research and first about our activities and projects, for themselves can play an important connected with breeding, research academics on site in our project part- population assessment the species example in the Journal of the Cologne role in wildlife rescuing. At present, and / or conservation projects. ner country. More than 100 students was added to the IUCN Red List. We Zoo. The public is also informed together with TRAFFIC and WWF, There are so many species we still annually participate in our courses, are also engaged in environmental through regular press reports, for supported by the Federal Agency have to better understand in terms some write their theses in the zoo education programmes, in building example about topical breeding suc- for Nature Conservation, we try to of biology and husbandry… or in the external projects, through conservation breeding programmes cesses, but also TV documentations develop a study to receive evidence which we achieve an increased and in pushing for improved conser- such as currently “Theos Tierwelt” for the scientific proof of the origin of 3. If every zoo would engage scientific output by means of publica- vation measures. Our ecological field which also introduces aspects of the reptile skin from the trade. Generally, in a small spot of the world, be it tions. For example, only based on our research also has revealed that some German-Vietnamese nature conser- nature and species conservation can by donations, assistance through Philippine crocodile husbandry, so of the hitherto known husbandry vation project. implemented in a varicoloured way, expertise, or more intensive part- far six theses could be implemented parameters have to be changed. By it only has to be done. nerships with other zoos, research at Cologne Zoo. By doing so, data on doing so, research directly adds to- stations or other facilities, the the social, reproductive and space wards improved husbandry and thus world could be made a bit better. use behavior of that endangered is of use for the zoo community. crocodile species could be obtained. 20 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 21 My Career Ted A. Beattie Advertising President and CEO – Shedd Aquarium

35 Years Have Flown By Chester Zoo, Islands Like an Instant

It’s bittersweet to think that over 35 years in the zoo and aquarium com- munity have flown by in what seems to feel like an instant, having had the honor of spending the past 21 of those years as President and CEO of © A. Rauhaus Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. Though Monitor lizard (Varanus caerulivirens). I will be stepping down in the coming year, I’m filled with a sense of ease In the spirit of the One Plan Approach, in Hanoi are studied by our research knowing the next generation of our as propagated in the revised World team. This is taking place both in the leaders and conservation stewards are Zoo and Aquarium Conservation Strat‑ field regarding their reproductive poised to propel the zoo and aquari- egy, how could we better integrate biology and in the jointly developed um community forward. I’d be kidding the conservation of wild-animal amphibian holdings at the Me Linh myself if I didn’t also admit that feel- populations managed in human care station with respect to zoo biology. ing is coupled with a growing sense of with those in the wild? By doing so, on the one hand basis anticipation for the next chapter in my © Shedd Aquarium research can be conducted in zoos life, that will not include the familiar- Opening day of Shedd’s Herpetologically thinking, I imme- and research stations, which would ity of walking through Shedd’s doors permanent exhibit, Wild Reef. diately come here to amphibians. be difficult in the wild due to the every day as has been my routine for Of the worldwide more than 7,000 rarity of taxa or difficult accessible more than two decades. recognized species, about one quar- habitats, on the other hand reserve ter is data deficient which means we populations can be built up, also for My first job was as a salesman, selling From there, I took a job at the Chi- I held two zoo director positions – only know that these species do exist. potential subsequent relocations Fuller Brushes door to door. I loved cago Zoological Society’s Brookfield first at Knoxville Zoo and then at Here, more field research is crucial, or releases. In this context another it! That job changed my life. The act Zoo in a marketing capacity, and we Fort Worth Zoo – before returning but also in zoos we have a chance to example comes to my mind, which of literally knocking on doors and launched our first Holiday Magic and to Chicago to begin my tenure at find out more, for example about hus- I am very pleased about, and which meeting people face-to-face made Boo! At the Zoo programs, turning Shedd. I vividly remember driving bandry and the factors that trigger underlines the potential of zoos and me realize I was a natural “people them both into annual traditions that up alongside the aquarium on the reproduction, or the early develop- zoo stock for species conservation. person,” and from then on I knew would allow generations of families eve of what would be the first day of ment and larval stages, which are to- In the course of our diversity research I wanted to work in a people-facing to come together to connect with an amazing 21-year journey, pulling tally unknown for many species. Such in Laos we recently have discovered role and for an institution that made animals. At Brookfield, I also oversaw over to a parking spot where I could obtained larval descriptions for their a previously unknown Siamese croco- people a central part of its operations. the opening of Seven Seas Panorama, see the entire building. I just pinched part can help to proof these develop- dile population in a province, where I was lucky to succeed in both. its $13 million dolphin facility. This myself – I couldn’t believe that mental stages in the wild and contrib- the species was thought to be extinct. experience would pave the way for I would be walking through those ute to a better understanding of the We just lobbied with the local part- After leaving The Ohio State Uni- my eventual role at Shedd and for my celebrated doors the very next day distribution, occurrence and thus also ners and authorities for the establish- versity with a bachelor degree in participation in various marine mam- as the aquarium’s President and CEO, of the status of a given species. We ment of a protected area in this site, journalism, public relations and zool - mal conservation efforts. succeeding only two others before do that both in the amphibian facili- where the endangered species has ogy followed by my MBA in market - me. That feeling of excitement would ties in the Cologne Zoo, and in the survived. But because the popula- ing, I began my career in the zoo It was also during this time that not soon wear off. Me Linh Station in Vietnam, the re- tion apparently consists of only few and aquarium world as the market- I traveled extensively to Africa with placement of the former Amphibian remaining individuals, genetically ing director of the Cincinnati Zoo & many of the zoo’s supporters, and Station Hanoi, where we could bring screened, purebred surplus individu- ZOO | AQUARIUM | EXHIBITION Botanical Garden under its legendary saw animals up close in the wild. Of 14 species of amphibians to reproduc- als from zoo stocks could in fact help Theme Park ∙ Attraction ∙ director, Ed Maruska. Ed was one of course, I had always understood the tion in only a few years. Indochinese to restock the natural population and Hospitality ∙ Wellness ∙ Retail the very first zoo directors who had value of encounters with animals as frog genera which have been recom- keep it viable. an appreciation for the financial side a way to encourage people to care mended husbandry analog species of the business. I learned the only about their protection, but it was during the AArk Amphibian Conserva- way a zoo could survive was to have here where that message truly reso- tion Needs Assessment in March 2012 a solid financial plan that attracted nated on a personal level. These trips paying guests. In learning so much would lay the foundation for making from Ed, I knew that one day I want- conservation the driving force behind ed to give back in that same way to every part of Shedd’s mission. others starting out in their careers. 22 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 23

©Shedd Aquarium Ted speaks with school students in front of Shedd.

©Shedd Aquarium ©Shedd Aquarium Ted in waders of Shedd’s Oceanarium, Philip D. Block III, former Board Chairman of meeting a resident beluga whale. (2005). Shedd Aquarium and Ted look at blueprints.

©Shedd Aquarium On my first day on the job, John I worked closely with John Reed in Looking back, I’ve often been asked Ted speaks with guests during a Great Lakes reception and Shedd Reed – the grandson of John that first year, who not only served what I believe has made Shedd so lecture event. (2013). G. Shedd after whom the aquarium as Chairman of the Board, but was successful. The answer is simple: it’s is named, and Chairman of the Board also an executive at Santa Fe Railway our people. I found that stepping of Trustees at the time – walked into with headquarters across Grant Park aside and letting people tinker on my office and challenged me to “get on Michigan Avenue. One day, I was their own often yields amazing re- more science and education into this looking out my office window, which sults. This approach also allows space It has been a privilege to lead and To have played a role in enhancing From my first day at Cincinnati Zoo building.” I remembered my promise at the time overlooked the front to build upon employees’ skills, which work alongside the thousands of the way we develop connections to my last day at Shedd, there has to myself after returning from Africa steps of the aquarium. Chicago was has made Shedd a positive work envi- staff, trustees, volunteers, research- that foster a greater affinity for the been considerable and significant and how imperative I knew it was for blanketed in snow after another win- ronment and an enriching one where ers, educators and others who have animals and their ecosystems has change within the zoo and aquarium people to connect their visit to the ter storm and there was not a soul in people not only grow, but thrive. I’m dedicated their lives to animals and been a remarkable and rewarding community. Through it all, it has aquarium with global conservation sight … except a bundled John Reed, extremely proud of the individual and inspire the 700 million people who journey. I know this is the appropri- been a great honor and pleasure to efforts. It was a lofty assignment to who was then 85 years old, trudg- talented staff members who have left visit accredited zoos and aquariums ate time for me to pass that torch, as work with my WAZA and AZA col- receive on my first day, and I’m proud ing through the sheets of white up Shedd to lead other reputable institu- worldwide each year to learn and care Shedd is poised to cultivate the next leagues to ensure our community to say we’ve made great strides in the steps into his beloved aquarium, tions. In this way, I feel I’ve helped about them both at places like Shedd generation of responsible stewards remains relevant and successful, and providing both formal education op- ready to do more to save the species fulfill the growth in the next genera- and in the wild. It is they who have for species and for the environment. most importantly, effectively delivers portunities and achieving a portfolio of the world. His passion and com- tion of leaders. made Shedd “the friendliest place in After all, conservation is not only on our collective missions of educat- of 18 field research programs. These mitment served as an example for town” and it shows. Shedd has been about animals, but people, too. ing people and saving animals and programs span the globe, from pre- me and why I also wanted to make In addition to the joy of watching honored to be recognized as the top protecting ecosystems. As I move serving and understanding seahorses sure Shedd was a place all employees Shedd’s staff flourish, I’ve also -en paid cultural attraction in Chicago 17 on, I remain hopeful for the industry in Asia to helping the Bahamian wanted to come to every day. joyed 15 years of teaching manage- out of the last 21 years, with total at- to continue to cultivate and inspire government establish protected park ment courses as part of professional tendance during my tenure reaching new leaders. The future of our world areas for Bahamian rock iguanas, management schools for the Asso- more than 33 million guests. depends on them. one of the world’s most endangered ciation of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), lizards. It was because of this that and most recently, created AZA’s I was appointed by U.S. President Executive Leadership Development George W. Bush to the 16‑member Program. This is another way I’m …how imperative I knew it was for people U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy in paying back Ed and others for their 2001, where we crafted the national years of mentorship, as I help pre- to connect their visit to the aquarium with strategy on a range of issues from pare the next generation of executive stewardship of marine resources and leaders to successfully advance the global conservation efforts… pollution prevention, to enhancing global zoo and aquarium community and supporting marine science, com- for the future. merce and transportation. It remains one of the highlights of my career. 24 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 25 Book Reviews Announcements Markus Gusset – Markus Gusset – Gerald Dick – WAZA Executive Office WAZA Executive Office WAZA Executive Office Save a Life: Gefühlswelten im Zoo – Handbook of the Exhibiting Zoo Animals: Eine Emotionsgeschichte 1900–1945 Mammals of the World. The book that makes its Leave (Zoo Feelings – A History about emotions 1900–1945) Vol. 5: Monotremes author redundant By Nastasja Klothmann | in German and Marsupials By Erik van Vliet Tamanduas transcript Verlag, Bielefeld, 2015, 430 pp, Edited by Don E. Wilson & Schüling Verlag, Münster, 2015 | ISBN 978-3-8376-3022-0 | e‑book ISBN: 978-3-8394-3022-4 Russell A. Mittermeier 282 pp | ISBN 978-3-86523-258-8 WILD Lynx Edicions, Barcelona, 2015 | Mrs Klothmann is historian and was to the human-animal relationship, 799 pp | ISBN 978-84-96553-99-6 We all know the long-running joke, Campaign involved in the initial and preparatory including negative emotions, such “The most dangerous animal in the phase of the WAZA book „77 Years: as disappointments, grief, fear and The Handbook of the Mammals of zoo is the architect”. In fact, zoo The History and Evolution of the the joy of teasing. As part of the zoo the World is published in association design has come of age. While the Working on behalf of the Southern World Association of Zoos and Aquar- adventure, the five senses of a zoo with Conservation International and present book mainly covers the Tamandua SSP, Jennifer Stoddard iums1935–2012”. In her own recently experience are analysed and issues the International Union for Conser- visitor‑experience aspect of exhibit- (the SSP’s Education Advisor) and published book she is analysing the such as anthropomorphism in the zoo vation of Nature (IUCN). This fifth ing zoo animals, quality zoo design is her home institution, the Reid Park emotional relationship between wild (like Jakob, the billiard playing orang volume provides complete coverage essential for facilitating environmen- Zoo (Tucson, AZ) have produced animals in zoos and visitors. Focus in Hamburg) and animals as adver- of two important groups of mammals tal education, sustainable population a poster that addresses the seri- of the work are the zoos in Hamburg, tising vehicles are also documented kept in human care: monotremes and management and animal welfare – ous issue of tamanduas in the pet Leipzig, Berlin and Nuremberg. After by using hundreds of references marsupials. key issues within the world zoo and trade. In the past decade, hundreds an introduction dealing with psy- throughout the book. aquarium community. of tamanduas have been removed chology and emotions, the author Platypus, echidnas, opossums, kan- from the wild, imported into the U.S. analyses the visitors of zoos, being A quote from Charles Darwin illus- garoos, koalas, wallabies and wom- As outlined in this book, richly illus- as pets, and subsequently died in the more wealthy people and students at trates the strength of emotions: “I put bats – monotremes and marsupials trated with hand drawings by the au- hands of people who were ill-pre- When the 22nd congress of the the end of the 19th century, whereas my face close to the thick glass‑plate include a host of animals that have thor, zoo design combines elements of pared to care for them. ALPZA (Asociación Latinomericana early in the 20th century the visitors in front of a puff‑adder in the Zoologi‑ intrigued mammal fanciers for centu- stage design, landscaping, education, de Parques Zoológicos y Acuarios) was became more diversified. A chapter cal Gardens, with the firm determina‑ ries. Monotremes are a very distinc- architecture, film and theatre. Zoo The SSP has made this poster freely held at the Córdoba Zoo in Argentina, also deals with the voyeurism when tion of not starting back if the snake tive ancient group of mammals, with design is about inspiring and creating available to anyone who wishes from June 1 through 5, over 300 par- humans from Tierra del Fuego and struck at me; but, as soon as the blow only a handful of extant species in emotions by means of the visitor’s to share or distribute it. Full‑sized, ticipants attended. Again, through Inuit were presented in zoos. After was struck, my resolution went for Australia and New Guinea. Marsupials, sense of imagination. In future, our high-resolution versions of the poster the generosity of the Reid Park Zoo, the 1930s also zoos were used for nothing, and I jumped a yard or two with roots in South America, likely visitors will no longer accept visible (for printing purposes for example) the “Save a Life: Leave tamanduas political purposes and the impact of backwards with astonishing rapidity. reached Australia via Antarctica some confinement, so the zoo design trend are available in English (28 MB), Span- WILD” posters were printed in Span- World War II on zoos is documented. My will and reason were powerless 50 million years ago. With relatives is towards flawless immersion. ish (30 MB) and Portuguese (29 MB), ish, Portuguese and English (in paper A large part of the book is dedicated against the imagination of a danger remaining in America, marsupials and can be downloaded here: and vinyl) so that they could be dis- which had never been experienced.” have adapted to an amazing diversity This manual is a reference guide to • www.paxtag.org/wp‑content/ tributed to the attendees. They were of lifestyles and habitats. zoo designers and to zoo staff want- uploads/2014/11/english‑poster‑ a huge success and were featured A thorough analysis of zoo emotions ing to critically direct, regulate or released.pdf prominently during the conservation of various kinds based on sources Lavishly illustrated with colour photo- assist their design team. It aims at • www.paxtag.org/wp‑content/ session. Participants were invited to of some of the big zoos in Germany graphs showing different behaviours combining a zoo’s mission, the aware- uploads/2014/11/spanish‑poster‑re- support the campaign by exhibiting in the wider context of history and of all of them, the text contains the ness of quality design and the avail- leased.pdf the posters in their zoos and at least psychology. latest up-to-date information on all able techniques. The author leaves • www.paxtag.org/wp‑content/ one pledged to frame the poster 21 families in eight orders of mono- no doubt about his aspiration for the uploads/2014/12/portuguese‑post- and hang it up near their tamandua tremes and marsupials, both Australa- manual, as stipulated in the book’s er-released.pdf exhibit. All but a few of nearly 900 sian and American. The book contains subtitle: to make its author redundant. posters made their way back with the 44 colour plates, 717 colour photo- attendees. graphs and 375 distribution maps. The author, Erik van Vliet, has worked for many Many, many thanks to all who made In addition to the fourth volume on years as a zoo designer it possible to get this important mes- sea mammals (reviewed in WAZA for zoos all over Europe, sage shared throughout the countries News 4/2014), the third volume on South America and in which tamanduas naturally range. primates (reviewed in WAZA News Asia. According to Erik, Aside from the great potential that 3/2013) and the second volume visiting zoos is the only this effort has shown in terms of shar- on hoofed mammals (reviewed in truly universal pastime. ing awareness about the trade, it has WAZA News 1/2012), we also recom- The book has a circu- demonstrated the power of collabo- mend the first volume covering the lation of 1,000 copies ration between an individual zoo, the carnivores of the world, published only, so make sure Pangolin, Aardvark and Xenarthran in 2009. The other three volumes of to get yours while TAG, the IUCN Anteater, Sloth and the Handbook of the Mammals of stocks last. Armadillo Specialist Group and an in- the World, covering the remaining ternational zoological association. mammalian taxa (Vol. 6: Rodents and Lagomorphs, Vol. 7: Insectivores, www.transcript-verlag.de www.lynxeds.com Vol. 8: Bats), are forthcoming. 26 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 27 Recent Updates Manual on the Tiago Pinto-Pereira – WAZA Executive Office WAZA Grant Rehabilitation of 2015 Awarded Anteaters of Colombia

WAZA Council decided at the 70th All four anteater species can be found Annual Conference to fund the fol- in Colombia: the giant anteater (Myr‑ lowing projects out of 17 submit- mecophaga tridactyla), the northern ted applications: tamandua (Tamandua mexicana), We want to build on this success the southern tamandua (Tamandua with the next WFMD on 21 May 2016, 1. Providing zoo-keeping train- tetradactyla), and the silky anteater and hope to double the amount of ing workshops for capacity (Cyclopes didactylus). The manual is events and participation. Our aim is building of animal care staff designed to guide professionals who to have more than 500 events around from five important zoo and every day are faced with the chal- the world; starting in New Zealand, wildlife care facilities in the lenges of maintaining and rehabili- following the sun and ending as the Countless people around the world Visayan Islands, Philippines tating anteaters (only in Spanish). It sun sets on Hawaii. The WFMD will depend on wetlands to finance the submitted by Virginia Zoo with has been developed by veterinarians, bring global attention for the need necessities of their life through CHF 6,550. animal management specialists, for open rivers and free routes for fishing, growing rice, weaving 2015 Biodiversity is Us Award winners biologists, ecologists, and engineers fish migration. It will deliver interna- or tourism. The future of their 2. Developing capacity for im- from Colombia, Peru, Argentina, Bra- tional press coverage and new fish livelihoods depends on healthy During the WAZA annual conference In addition Ocean Park Hong Kong proving animal welfare prac- zil and the United States and includes migration awareness initiatives will wetlands, a product of wise and in Al Ain a number of institutions and Foz Tropicana Parque das Aves tices: participatory training information about legislation, ethics, be developed. Participating organiza- sustainable use. were highlighted for their outstand- also received recognition for their courses in animal husbandry taxonomy, management, anesthe- tion will organize their own event and Wetlands for Our Future: Sustain- ing contribution to the Biodiversity support in translating the app into and conservation education sia, nutrition, neonatology, clinical arrange their own outreach com- able Livelihoods is the theme for is Us project. The applications we Chinese and Portuguese respectively. for zoos and wildlife centres in pathology, quarantine, rehabilitation, munication and publicity campaign World Wetlands Day on 2 February received put into perspective the Southeast Asia submitted by habitat, monitoring, environmental on a regional and national level. The 2016. This theme seeks to dem- flexibility of the tools by demonstrat- ZSL with CHF 9,000. education, conservation. WFMD partnership will include each onstrate the vital role of wetlands ing how both WAZA members and event on the official WFMD website for the future of humanity and external partners adapted the tools 3. Animal welfare workshops and take care of the central coordi- their relevance towards achieving to their needs. We were delighted to (Tiblisi, Yerevan, Sarajevo, Osi- http://xenarthrans.org/ nation, international publicity and the “future we want” expressed in be able to showcase these examples jek and Brasov zoos), submitted bibliography/manuals relevant updates. the newly approved Sustainable at our annual conference and give the by EAZA with CHF 13,450. free download Development Goals. awardees (see table) a prize of recog- www.worldfishmigrationday.com To help support activities for World nition for their contribution in front of Wetlands Day, outreach materials their peers. such as posters, factsheets and handouts in English, French and A video with highlights of the win- Spanish can be downloaded from ning applicants will be visible on the Lena Lindén Receives WAZA’s Highest Honour the website. Biodiversity is Us YouTube chan- Everybody between the ages of 15 nel: https://www.youtube.com/ Dr Lena Lindén is an esteemed aca- to 24 is invited to participate in the watch?v=uINl4ci49Uk demic, Academy fellow, Council and Youth Photo Contest that will run Board member of many national and from 2 February 2016 to 2 March international bodies as well as being 2016 by uploading photos on the Table of 2015 Biodiversity is Us awardees the Treasurer of the International website. The winner of the photo Fundación Zoológico Santacruz, Colombia, Member of ACOPAZOA Species Information System and contest will win a free flight cour- a member of the Supervisory Board tesy of Star Alliance, Biosphere African Lion Safari, USA of Rewilding Europe. Lena served Connections, to visit their choice Al Ain Zoo, UAE on WAZA Council and chaired the of any of the Ramsar Wetland WAZA Finance Committee. However, Sites of International Importance Brno Zoo, Czech Republic Lena is probably best known to all of located all around the world. Fundación Temaikèn, Argentina us for her tireless work and commit- World Wetlands Day is organized ment to Nordens Ark in Sweden, as by the Ramsar Convention on Natural History Museum Rijeka, Croatia, Member of ICOM both its founder and Chief Executive Wetlands to raise public aware- Madrid Zoo Aquarium, Spain for over 25 years. Nordens Ark, and ness about the value of wetlands. Lena herself, have become known The production and distribution of Perth Zoo, Australia for linking the conservation of Outreach materials for World Wet- Singapore Zoological Gardens, Singapore endangered species both in and out lands Day is financially supported of the wild, sponsoring applied re- by the evian project funded by the Tiergarten Schönbrunn, Zoo Vienna, Austria search, providing training for young Danone Group. Uganda Wildlife Education Centre, Uganda professionals, while also providing the public with an amazing rec- Vancouver Aquarium Marine Sciences Centre, Canada reational experience that combines © WAZA www.worldwetlandsday.org education and awareness. Left to right: Susan Hunt, Gerald Dick, Lena Lindén. 28 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 29

Paul Pearce Kelly – ZSL, WAZA/CBSG Climate Change Task Force Paris calling! Reflections on July’s Climate Change Scientific Conference

This November Paris hosts the United Among the many and diverse plenary Marine impact considerations were © Singapore Zoo Nations Framework Convention on briefings and working group sessions also highlighted in a keynote plenary © Singapore Zoo “Create your own poster” at Singapore biodiversity festival. Climate Change (UNFCCC) COP21 some really stood out in terms of their briefing by Professor Ricarda Win- Customized poster – “We are all connected” meeting. As part of the preparations great significance for our zoo and kelmann of the Potsdam Institute for at Singapore biodiversity festival. for this vitally important negotiation wider conservation community. A key- Climate Impact Research (PIK) who session, Paris also hosted a four day note briefing by Professor Camille explained the latest understanding of international scientific conference Parmesan (perhaps the leading committed sea level rise from a com- “Our Common Future under Climate authority on observed climate change bination of ocean thermal expansion Chinese App Change”. Held at the UNESCO head- impacts on biodiversity) outlined the and ice loss from Antarctica, Green- quarters in July this meeting brought extensive impacts that just 0.8° C of land and mountain glaciers. This China’s rich biodiversity – about 10% together many of the world’s most average global warming is already equates to an average of 2.3 metres of the world’s – has been increasingly relevant specialists to review, discuss having on species across all major of sea level rise for every degree Cen- under threat and the public’s overall and communicate the latest climate taxa groups. The biodiversity impact tigrade of global warming relative to awareness of biodiversity loss has yet change science and its implications reality was also highlighted at the pre-industrial levels. Although it may to be raised. The CBD reported that for policy. oceans session where a panel of ma- take a long time for such levels to be China’s goal is to raise public aware- rine specialists, including leading coral fully realised the essential point to ness and participation, and promote reef expert Ove Hoegh‑Guldberg and keep in mind is that once these physi- ecologically friendly development ocean acidification authority Carol cal processes are sufficiently under- and harmony between human beings Turley detailed the profound threats way we will have locked in commit- and nature. The potential outreach to the marine environment. Much of ted sea-level rises (hence the term). to all Chinese speakers around the the issues discussed at this session Imagine the associated impacts on world is also a vital target audience are detailed in the recent publication coastal and delta ecosystems and for biodiversity related content. © Madrid Zoo Aquarium …The inadequacy (Gattuso et al 2015) and are also sum- the built environment (including Adapted information on app download. marised in a communique which was many zoos and aquariums of course) This is why WAZA is delighted to of the 2° C target circulated at the conference. Both and their profound socio-economic have recently launched the first ever Use of the Biodiversity is Us tools highlight the severity of threat to the ramifications from just 2⁰C of warm- action‑oriented biodiversity app in as an effective marine environment and the need to ing associated sea level rise. Again Chinese. This brings the total number The use of the Biodiversity is Us tools project which will grow ever big- sufficiently incorporate marine impact a growing number of authoritative of languages in which the App is avail- has been growing steadily as WAZA ger, with several larger institutions “guardrail” for considerations, especially ocean acidi- publications reiterate and detail this able to seven; English, French, Japa- member institutions, and partners, already planning the use of the tools fication, in climate change mitigation sea-level commitment reality (the nese, German, Spanish, Portuguese have been seeing how these tools for 2016. avoiding dangerous and adaptation policy – which to date most recent being Dutton et al 2015 and now Chinese! It is available on can integrate into their existing has not been the case. and Hansen et al 2015). both iOs and Android market places. campaigns and educational content. If you too want to join this movement climate change is To this date we have had 269 differ- to raise awareness on Biodiversity ent people requesting login details and simple every day actions please acknowledged in to the online platform representing contact me, Tiago Pinto-Pereira, the 182 different institutions in 46 differ- WAZA Decade Project Manager. UNFCCC… ent countries! This is truly a global

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Steve Unwin and Julie Sherman – PASA Report on WAZA Training Grant 2014: PASA Veterinary Workshop

The overarching programme goal of the Pan African Sanctuary Alliance (PASA) for this veterinary workshop was to increase the success of rein- troducing injured primates back into their native habitat. The workshop built knowledge and skills among African veterinarians and veterinary technicians for wild primate treat- ment, rehabilitation and release. The following objectives were determined:

1. Provide training and skills‑building on emergency treatment of wild primates to sanctuary veterinary staff over the course of a five‑day © PASA © Paul Pearce Kelly workshop. Kenya vet workshop. A quiet moment at July’s Paris scientific climate change conference. 2. Measurably increase the skills and knowledge of practitioners to Observed and projected impacts on fossil energy. It’s the lack of progress A final observation of the meeting maximise potential for the release agriculture, health, security and their with these key mitigation actions was the relatively low media pres- of wild primates through appropri- socio-economic consequences were that explains why we’re still tracking ence at the concluding press confer- ate medical and rehabilitation care, also covered and strongly support UNFCCC’s highest CO₂ emissions ence and in subsequent reporting as measured by direct observation the detailed assessments in the latest trajectory scenario with little tan- (have you heard anything?). Given the and spot testing, as well as pre- Intergovernmental panel on climate gible policy commitment to ensure stakes for humanity and biodiversity and post-evaluations. change (IPCC) Impacts, Adapta- a fighting chance of even realising alike, effectively communication is 3. To improve the success rate of wild tion and Vulnerability report (IPCC the widely cited 2⁰C target. The vital and yet even such major inter- primate rehabilitation and release 2014). The keynote presentation by inadequacy of the 2⁰C target as an national scientific gatherings strug- at PASA member sanctuaries PIK’s Chief Economist and Co‑Chair effective ‘guardrail’ for avoiding dan- gle to get the necessary attention by 10% in the year following the of IPCC’s latest Mitigation report, gerous climate change is acknowl- and policy response. It’s all the more workshop. Ottmar Edenhofer, made it clear that edged in UNFCCC’s structured expert important therefore that the latest far from realising the essential action dialogue report (UNFCCC 2015) and, science presented at the conference, The workshop was held in Diani, © PASA of phasing out coal emissions we as is so often the case, opinions and along with the most recent UNFCCC Kenya and hosted by member sanctu- Kenya vet workshop. are experiencing “a coal renaissance” comments expressed outside of the reports and planetary boundaries ary Colobus Conservation on 3–7 No- in terms of increased usage. He formal meetings invariably conveyed assessment (Steffen et al 2015) show vember 2014. Twenty‑four individu- This five‑day, intensive training began • Extensive written materials were stressed the necessity of implement- greater concern as to the danger we our WAZA climate change position als representing 19 organisations with two days of theory involving available for the attendees: Disease ing a raising price on carbon if we are are facing and the inadequate policy statement and emergency resolu- attended the workshop, including interactive presentations and lectures Risk Analysis workbook specific to have any chance of phasing out response. One of the most important tion to be robust summations of the representatives of the Kenya Wildlife (disease outbreak management, to the wildlife sanctuary situation. such dangerous fossil usage. Pricing concluding plenary comments was threat severity and response impera- Service. Moderated by experts from animal husbandry, sanctuary case This is based on, and makes regular carbon was also a key message in the from Professor Hans Joachim Schell- tives. It also highlights the impor- Africa and around the world, the studies, anaesthesia), then two days referral to, the IUCN/OIE Manual of conference outcome statement along nhuber (PIK founder and Director) tance of CBSG’s Zoos and Aquariums workshop helped to build capacity of of practical application (cardiac ultra- Procedures for Wildlife Disease Risk with the need to remove subsidies for who urged scientists to voice their for 350 initiative and the urgent need primate veterinarians and healthcare sound, necropsy, rehabilitation and Analysis. This process was worked opinions on the implications of the to realise our community’s tremen- workers at PASA member sanctuar- enclosure design), followed by one through at the workshop and climate change science. dous potential for communicating ies and throughout national parks, day of extensive evaluation, reporting a manual with real-life sanctuary these critically important issues. Paris wildlife offices and universities. The back and planning for the following examples is forthcoming. may be calling but we need to make training focused on emergency care year. The workshop also included • Expert clinical technical demonstra- every effort to ensure sufficient peo- and rehabilitation of human‑injured donations of medical supplies for tions: Video of a best‑practice pri- ple are listening. wild primates preparatory to their participating sanctuaries and materi- mate field necropsy, demonstrated release back into the wild (following als for the host sanctuary. Delegates at the workshop by Dr Helene De IUCN guidelines as release protocols) also benefitted from the professional Nys of the Robert Koch Institute and as well as central veterinary topics associations and alliances developed, Dr John Cooper of Cambridge Uni- www.clizen.org such as primate diagnostics, treat- along with access to the PASA veteri- versity. Video of ape cardiac assess- ment, emerging infectious disease, nary listserve, and ongoing financial ment by Aimee Drane of the Interna- risk analysis and surgery. support for medications and equip- tional Primate Heart Project (IPHP). ment. Workshop highlights include: These will be a useful resource for future learning opportunities. 32 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 33

Ezequiel Hidalgo – Buin Zoo In addition to the practical training and skills building, the workshop was an important site for attend- Conservation of the ees to communicate and build re- lationships and expand the impact of the PASA veterinary network. Critically Endangered Outcomes from these activities include: Darwin’s Fox by Buin Zoo • Agreement on the SMART objec- tives for the next edition of the PASA Veterinary Manual. • Agreement with the Kenyan Vet- Darwin’s fox (Lycalopex fulvipes) is Viruses, particularly rabies and canine erinary Board that this workshop currently considered one the most distemper virus have being reported will be eligible for official CPD endangered species of carnivores as significant threats for many spe- status in Kenya in the future. of the world. Recognized as “Criti- cies of Canids species. Considering • Confirmation of IPHP support for cally endangered” by the IUCN Red that no information was available assessing cardiac health across List, this canid species is endemic of concerning the health status of wild the PASA veterinary network. the temperate forests of the coastal populations of Darwin’s foxes, in • Facilitated collaboration be- range of southern Chile. Initially 2012 Buin Zoo’s Conservation and tween PASA member and host known exclusively from Chiloé Island, Research department launched Colobus Conservation and the in 1990 a mainland population was a disease surveillance program in the Kenya Wildlife Service. reported at Nahuelbuta National Park field to evaluate the risk of outbreaks (600 km north of its insular range) in both the insular and continental © Javier Cabello The PASA Veterinary Healthcare and since 2012 the species has been range of the species. This program Darwins’ fox. Panel assessed the veterinary reported in intermediate areas. has grown and up to date 34 animals We have created a serum and tissues Between the 4 and 5th of September healthcare aspects of each sanctu- have being sampled for more than 30 bank with samples of this fox in order 2015, BuinZoo hosted the course ary’s programme, offering advice BuinZoo, a member of both WAZA pathogens and several peer-reviewed to have samples available for retro- “Canids Conservation and Manage- and support where needed. During and ALPZA (Latin American Associa- scientific publications have being spective studies and share them with ment” with lectures by Dr. Claudio the workshop, specific medical tion of Zoological Parks and Aquaria), produced to share the results with other institutions. Within this project Sillero‑Zubiri (Chair of the IUCN Canid skills and competency of each works in the South of Chile for the the scientific community. we have been providing opportunities Specialist Group) and many experts delegate (e. g. surgery, parasitol- conservation of the Darwin’s fox. for the development of local capaci- working on genetics, health, manage- ogy, diagnostics) were assessed A new addition to our research is the ties for students and scientists who ment and ecology of Darwin’s fox. by the facilitators using pre‑ and We work with this species through development of a project to compare participate in our research. These This was a unique forum for different post‑quizzes, observation and spot our Conservation and Research pathogens prevalence in areas with efforts have allowed us to include groups working with the species as tests. All delegates provided case Department which was created differential level of anthropic inter- students of Veterinary medicine well as representatives of the Minis- studies of animal health issues in 2010 with the goal of develop- ventions where Darwin’s foxes occur. who want to do their thesis with us. try of Environment of Chile, currently they have been dealing with, and ping conservation sciences applied We have extended our research to Scientific outcomes include physi- working on the design of the species these provided an opportunity to native endangered species. We also sample other species of carni- ological values for hematology and conservation national plan. The event for scientific discussion. Feed- have been working in two core areas vores that share the same ecosystem biochemistry, detection of two previ- included a forum that produced valu- back from attendees was elicited of conservation: a training course with this threatened Canid. Addition- ously undescribed parasites as well as able information to update species informally and formally through program that has received over 1000 ally, we are also sampling domestic feline mycoplasmas reported in the conservation status assessment by an evaluation survey. As the survey attendees from 11 Latin American dogs and vaccinating them in order to species as well as the first gamaher- the IUCN Canid Specialist Group. indicates, almost all delegates felt countries in the last years; and a re- avoid any spillover to wild carnivores. pesvirus for both a Canid species and that the workshop imparted new search program focus on the impact This is particularly important in Chile a carnivore in Latin America. For the coming years we will continue knowledge and learnings that they of infectious diseases in wildlife at where domestic dogs have a major our program by increasing the areas of could use in their work to improve ex situ and in situ environments has negative impact on wildlife both by Since 2013 we are part of a multi-in- study, establishing new alliances and the health of the animals under been established as well as an evalu- predation and spreading diseases. stitutional alliance between our zoo, advocating for species conservation. their care. Suggestions will be used ation of control measures in order to two universities, a private reserve and Buin Zoo remains committed with to tailor future programmes to the reduce the damage of such hazards in In the upcoming years we aim to a NGO from Chiloe Island to increase the survival of Darwin’s fox through needs of participants. endangered species. create a disease risk analysis that will the collection of samples for health, cooperation with all parties interested be useful when evaluating the need genetic and ecological studies. in protecting this small canid. to translocate Darwin’s foxes to other areas. This initiative has included additional We firmly believe that zoos and activities that contribute to Darwin’s aquariums in Latin America can fox conservation including a training significantly contribute toward the course in the field with students of conservation of threatened species conservation disciplines, collabora- through a science‑based approach. tive work with academia and private reserves, and participation in differ- ent stakeholder meetings in which www.buinzoo.cl Chilean government agencies have being involved. 34 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 35 Teresa Abelló – Barcelona Zoo New New Facility Exhibit for Orangutans News A New Enclosure That Allows Maximum Social Flexibility and Provides a Complex and Enriched Surrounding

During last year’s enclosure design Orangutans show a characteristic has improved considerably: bigger sexual dimorphism, and fully grown spaces and naturalized surrounding… males are about 2 or 2. 3 times but nowadays it is not only a question heavier than adult females and show of keeping animals in a containment facial protuberances for what they space; we should try to give them the are called flanged males; but in addi- best living conditions. tion, there is another form of sexually mature males (the so-called male © Barcelona Zoo When looking at their wellbeing we bimaturism): the unfledged males New panels about orang behaviour take into account we focus on the that do not present the facial protu- animal’s ability to cope effectively berances. with day-to-day changes in its social and physical environment; and the Flanged males are mostly solitary, Considering all these issues each new © Barcelona Zoo animal’s ability to engage in benefi- have overlapping territories with orangutan facility has to be as much Orang exhibit cial species-typical activities, and the home ranges of several females as possible flexible to facilitate a good expression of species-typical postures and are sexually active; they do not management of the social group. and locomotion. tolerate other flanged males, but are relatively tolerant towards unfledged The new orangutan facility at Barce- To achieve an enclosure where the or- males in their home ranges. lona zoo (1081 m2) has four outside angutans cope with its environment spaces; two of them sheltered (103 we need carefully plan: structure and Unflanged males contrary to the and 56 m2) and with climate control design, available space, shelter and flanged males, they are compara- and two of them are naturalized open resting areas, environment condi- tively “social” and tolerant towards areas (453 and 216 m2). tions, and enrichment elements… other males and do not produce “long and of course budget! calls”; both unflanged and flanged It is important that the new enclosure males are mating at a similar rate. facilitates our staff providing the best The improved knowledge on orangu- husbandry and management and for tan biology of last year’s tells us that It is usual to observe in zoos that the orangutans to achieve efficient orangutans while not living in social females approach males actively and levels of wellbeing: management of groups, orangutans do have a com- selectively with regard to the phase the social group with flexibility, food plex social structure. of their menstrual cycle. If females and drinking provision, easy and are allowed to control the access to secure interaction between animals the male on their ovulatory phase, and keepers (including training), the male will be less aggressive when veterinarian checking and treatment, she approaches him and initiates a good level of cleaning and copulations. In the wild, females have healthy conditions and …providing the a preference for fully adult males and security for animals, seek the company of these flanged keepers and best husbandry males for sexual consorts, whereas visitors. mating with unflanged males take and management… place mostly outside such sexual consorts. © Barcelona Zoo Orang exhibit 36 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 37 Nicole Wexler – Jerusalem Zoo New Where Humans Exhibit and Martens Meet News

The Jerusalem Zoo has just opened (on 10th July 2015) a new Stone (Beech) Marten Exhibit – Martes foina. Stone martens occupy a variety of habitats, including wooded, rocky, cultivated, and even developed areas, in the temperate regions of Europe and west and central Asia.

They sleep and give birth in small spaces, usually rock crevices or hol- low trees, but they find attics and other spaces in buildings to be very suitable den sites. Their ability to adapt to developed or cultivated areas and their fondness of fruit have © Yaara Forest Tamari turned the martens into agricultural The marten encounter. pests in many areas. One of the rea- sons for the decline and even extinc- © Yaara Forest Tamari tion of many species is the destruc- In Israel they often make their homes Others are dangerous to us, but may Entrance area. tion of natural habitats by humans in in attics, while disturbing the human have an important ecological role in favour of agricultural and urban de- residents and “making their lives another area and by contacting the velopment, but there are species who miserable”. Israel Nature and Parks appropriate authorities (Nature and benefit from the development and at Authority rangers are often called on Parks Authority rangers, professional the same time “take revenge” on the in these cases to save the people and exterminators) we can ensure that humans for entering their territory. rescue the martens, some of which they are caught alive and moved to arrive at the Jerusalem Zoo, get a suitable place. To avoid encourag- Most of the species that benefit from checked up, and are released back ing the animals to become pests, we development have diverse diets and to the wild, to areas that are further can fence gardens well, keep garbage can enjoy what humans bring with away from human settlement areas. bins well closed, and not leave scat- them – gardens, fields and, of course, This exhibit is home to two stone tered garbage and food remains. garbage. Plenty of it… Some species martens that were brought to the enter “only” to feed in the gardens, Zoo as babies and who were unable However, we can also remember plantations, fields and garbage bins, to be released back into the wild. why the animals enter our gardens, while others have adapted to human fields and houses and, as much as company and remain living in houses, This exhibit demonstrates one of the possible, accept them with love, warehouses, barns or abandoned meeting points between humans even if this negatively impacts some buildings. They may be pests to us, and the environment – it is set up as flowers, irrigation hoses, or the but for them this might be “sweet re- a house with a garden on the edge tidiness of the yard. These interac- venge” on the people who took over of a natural habitat and encourages tions between humans and the their previous homes. Stone martens visitors to remember that there were environment, require understanding, frequently enter both agricultural and are animals there. Some will not goodwill and sometimes also the and residential areas and enjoy the return, but others remain or visit from willingness to settle for less. bounty these areas have to offer – time to time. Many species help us – fruit, other food leftovers, and also they control rodents and insects that small spaces inside the buildings. damage our gardens, for example.

www.jerusalemzoo.org.il/len/ © Yaara Forest Tamari Marten exhibit and panels. 38 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 39

John Werth – PAAZA, Lisa Banfield – Al Ain Zoo, United Arab Emirates Florida, South Africa Judy Mann – uShaka Sea World, Durban, South Africa Arabian Sand Cat Penguin Conservation WAZA Project 15004 WAZA WAZA Project 15005 WAZA Promises and Research Programme

The Penguin Promises behaviour © Al Ain Zoo change campaign was designed to Annual vaccination and encourage visitors to uShaka Sea health check on sand cat World, Durban, South Africa, to take at Al Ain Zoo. positive post-visit action to help environmental conservation. Using The sand cat (Felis margarita) is Given this situation, Al Ain Zoo, in In 2014, Al Ain Zoo hosted a second a range of the principles for effective a flagship and enigmatic desert spe- line with its commitment to the workshop that focussed on develop- environmental education, Penguin cies, but is one of the least known conservation of arid land and native ing a population management plan Promises is an innovative campaign of all cat species. It has a wide but wildlife, has made the Arabian sand for the ex situ population in Arabia. focussed on the African penguin patchy distribution in North Africa, cat one of its conservation focus The workshop was attended by all (Spheniscus demersus). The African the Arabian Peninsula, Iran, Central species. A programme following the regional institutions with sand cats penguin is the icon for the campaign Asia and Pakistan. Presence has been One Plan approach, the first for the in their collection, plus the interna- because the species is endangered confirmed from only a few locations Arabian region, is now underway. The tional and European studbook keeper (numbers in the wild have declined and no reliable estimates of popula- programme began in September 2013 and a researcher from Wildgenes, by up to 90% over the last 100 years); tion size or trend are available. Many when Al Ain Zoo hosted a One Plan and was facilitated by a member penguins have excellent appeal and aspects of their basic biology and conservation planning meeting fol- of the IUCN SSC. In early 2015, the have been popularised through mov- ecology are poorly known. Four lowing CBSG guidelines. It was facili- outcomes were published in the ies such as Madagascar, Happy Feet subspecies, including the Arabian tated by a member of the IUCN SSC very first Arabian Population Man- and more serious documentaries © uShaka Sea World, Durban sand cat (F. m. harrisoni), have been and attended by all regional institu- agement Plan (APMP) and the first such as March of the Penguins; and Promise to the Penguins. described, but the validity of these tions with sand cats in their collec- for the newly established Arabian uShaka Sea World, and many other forms has not been confirmed tion, organisations working on in situ Zoo and Aquarium Association. The facilities, have colonies of breeding Although difficult, measuring the To date the collection and analysis genetically. The sand cat is currently research, the IUCN SSC Cat Specialist APMP loosely follows the template of African penguins on exhibit to visitors. long‑term impact of a behaviour of promises has only been under- classified as Near Threatened glob- Group and government and non-gov- WAZA’s Global Species Management The campaign asks visitors to the fa- change campaign is critical. Few stud- taken at uShaka Sea World, although ally, but as Endangered in the United ernment stakeholders based in the Plan (GSMP). Arrangements for the cility to make a “Promise to the Pen- ies have been able to assess “real life” many other facilities have used it for Arab Emirates (UAE) and Abu Dhabi. UAE. During the workshop delegates first breeding exchanges under this guins”. With the tag line “We don’t changes in behaviour over a year post marketing and awareness campaigns. These assessments are based on shared their knowledge, experience plan are underway. want your money honey, we want visit. The first phase of the campaign It is now envisaged that the collection, limited scientific evidence; however, and ideas, and helped to establish your love”, this campaign encour- has been completed and results of analysis and follow-up with visitors a CAMP report published in 2011 conservation and research priorities. The next phase of the programme ages visitors to choose to make one the long-term (>12 months) impact be rolled out to a wider range of stated “real concern” over the status The outcomes were published in the is to embark on in situ research to change in their daily lives to become of the Penguin Promises behaviour facilities in South Africa, and even in- of the Arabian sand cat, that sand 2014 Arabian Sand Cat Status Review address the knowledge gaps of sand more environmentally responsible. change campaign have been pub- ternationally. A system to record the dune habitat continues to be lost and and Conservation Strategy. cat biology and ecology. Al Ain Zoo Visitors are then asked to hand write lished. The results show that the promises and to facilitate improved so the sand cat population is probably has designed a research project using their behaviour change promise campaign is contributing to changes follow‑up has been designed, and will in decline. Sand cats are kept in many Since the One Plan workshop various its captive population, which will test on a printed postcard and post it in in personal visitor behaviour. Over be implemented in the near future. zoos mainly in the USA, Europe and other activities have been underway. various scent lures and hair snares a specially designed post box. Their 55% of the visitors who responded These aspects will ensure the ongoing the Middle East. The largest captive A sand cat network has been estab- that may be used in situ. This research promise is their commitment to the to a post-visit e-mail survey could evaluation of the project. Appropriate group is held at Al Ain Zoo in the UAE. lished, which provides a library of all will begin at the end of 2015. At the environment. describe the changes that they have evaluation of the project will remain The regional and global ex situ popu- publications about the sand cat as same time, a camera trapping survey made at home. More importantly, a critical aspect and it is envisaged lations are currently unsustainable well as presentations from the One is being planned with colleagues the research is revealing the reasons that another publication will be pro- genetically and demographically. Plan workshop. A research project in at the Environment Agency – Abu for visitors’ actions and barriers to duced, once a wider range of facilities collaboration with Wildgenes (Royal Dhabi. It is hoped that this ambitious action. Factors leading to the success have joined the project. Ultimately, Zoological Society of Scotland) has and unique programme will not only of this campaign are, therefore, be- Penguin Promises can provide valu- analysed the genetic diversity of the help to increase our knowledge of ing studied in order to contribute to able evidence of the impact of zoos ex situ populations to inform popu- the sand cat and inform conserva- the growing body of work providing and aquariums on the behaviour of lation management. This research tion management, but also provide guidance to the designers of zoos visitors. In addition to the evidence, is now focussing on investigating a model for future programmes for and aquariums on how they can the results can help us to improve whether genetic differences exist be- other regional species. Thanks are help facilitate more environmentally our impact, and the role of zoos and tween the proposed subspecies of the expressed for the enthusiastic col- responsible behaviour in their visitors aquariums in conservation. sand cat across its natural range. The laboration of all regional and interna- after a visit. research is not yet complete, but has tional colleagues who have made this already produced interesting results. programme possible. 40 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 41

Markus Gusset – New Institutional Member WAZA Executive Office WAZA Membership WAZA Lehigh Valley Zoo, as of 31st October 2015 Update on USA Associations 22 Executive International Institutions 288 Affiliates 16 Studbooks Corporates 17 Office • Sponsors: Robert Davis (Zoological Life and Honorary members 111 Society of Milwaukee) and Dennis There are currently 131 active inter- Kelly (Smithsonian National Zoo) national studbooks (ISBs), including Contacts • Founded: 2004 162 species or sub‑species (nine ISBs • Area: 11.5 hectares cover more than one taxon). The New WAZA Members • Collection: following events regarding ISBs have • Executive Director: Mammals: 35 species occurred since 1 July 2015: • Lehigh Valley Zoo | USA | Gerald Dick and 85 specimens as institutional member [email protected] Birds: 32 species and 64 specimens ISBs archived • Al Wabra Wildlife Preservation | Reptiles: 41 species and 63 specimens Qatar | as affiliate member • Personal Assistant: Amphibians: 15 species • On 31 August 2015, CPM decided • ZGAP (Zoological Society for Cliff Hannan and 30 specimens to archive the Persian fallow deer the Conservation of Species [email protected] Fishes: 1 species and 62 specimens (Dama mesopotamica) ISB. and Populations) | Germany | Invertebrates: 4 species as affiliate member • Communication Executive: and 10 specimens ISBs established • Worldwide Zoo Hyatt Antognini Amin • Mission: Lehigh Valley Zoo’s mission Consultants LLP | Dubai, UAE [email protected] is to create a safe, engaging and • None. (ZoOceanarium Group) | enlightening wildlife experience for as corporate member • Conservation/International guests of all ages as it demonstrates Transfer of ISBs to new Studbooks: leadership in the cultural, scientific keepers Markus Gusset and conservation communities. [email protected] • Staff: 34 permanent, 35 temporary • On 31 August 2015, CPM New Directors • Visitors: 175,000 paying 25,000 free © Lehigh Valley Zoo approved the transfer of the gorilla • Decade on Biodiversity Project: • Owned by: Lehigh Valley Penguin exhibit. (Gorilla gorilla) ISB to Johannes • Mike Barclay has been Tiago Pinto-Pereira Zoological Society Köhler (Frankfurt Zoo, Germany). appointed CEO at Wildlife [email protected] • President: Melissa Borland • On 31 August 2015, CPM approved Reserves Singapore | Singapore • Member: AZA, American the transfer of the Sri Lankan • Kevin Willis has been appointed Association of Zookeepers rusty-spotted cat (Prionailurus acting CEO at Minnesota Zoo | USA • Address: 5150 Game Preserve Road, rubiginosus phillipsi) ISB to Johannes • Lee Ehmke has been PO Box 519, Schnecksville, PA 18078 Köhler (Frankfurt Zoo, Germany). appointed President and CEO • On 28 September 2015, CPM of Houston Zoo | USA approved the transfer of the white-naped crane (Grus vipio) ISB Lehigh Valley Zoo is an AZA accred- to Yoshihiko Takaki (Saitama Chil- ited institution dedicated to local, dren’s Zoo, Japan). Future WAZA Conference Venues national and international wildlife conservation through education, Transfer of ISBs to new • 2016: Africam Safari, Puebla, Mexico | 9–13 Oct 2016 community involvement and par- institutions • 2017: Barcelona, Spain | 15–19 Oct 2017 ticipation in conservation programs. • 2018: Bangkok, Thailand | 21–25 Oct 2018 Participation includes but is not • None. • 2019: Buenos Aires, Argentina | 3–7 Nov 2019 limited to conducting citizen science programs such as, Frog Watch and Pending issues PA Amphibian and Reptile Survey, field surveys and habitat restoration • As of 30 September 2015, no issues and involvement in Species Survival are pending. Plan programs and maintenance of studbooks.

© Lehigh Valley Zoo Scimitar‑horned Oryx, baby.

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New Corporate Member New Affiliate Member Worldwide Zoo Consultants LLP, Zoological Society for the Conservation Dubai, UAE (ZoOceanarium Group) of Species and Populations, Germany

Zoologische Gesellschaft für Arten- Populationsschutz e. V. (ZGAP) • Sponsors: Tim Husband (Dubai Zoo), Paul Hamilton (Dubai Aquarium & Underwater Zoo) • Sponsors: Theo Pagel (Cologne Zoo) • Founded: 2012 and Jörg Junhold (Leipzig Zoo) • Director: Christopher Davis • Founded: 1982 • Member: IMATA, AZA, IAAPA • President: Jens-Ove Heckel, • Address: Suite 1008 Tower Dubai, Zoo Landau, Germany Al Nasser Square, Dubai, • Member: EAZA United Arab Emirates • Address: ZGAP-Geschäftsstelle, c/o Wildtier‑ und Artenschutzsta- tion Sachsenhagen, Hohe Warte 1, D-31553 Sachsenhagen, Germany Our company specializes in develop- ment and operations of all types of animal facilities; everything from feasibility all the way through day to The Society focuses on the conserva- day operations. tion of little-known endangered spe- cies worldwide. Thousands of highly We have a large team of professionals endangered species exist, whose onboard with a wide range of techni- names are often not even known by cal backgrounds; animal trainers specialists. Many such species have to veterinarians to LSS managers, already disappeared during recent aquarist, operation directors as well decades, because of this lack of as project managers. Our team mem- © zoOceanarium Group knowledge. The ZGAP strives to in- bers have experience from reputable Helping clients train toucan for free flight demonstration. clude local biologists and students in companies all over the world, many the projects. In this way, the projects © J.O. Heckel, ZGAP of which served as managers at each The company specializes in develop- Another project that our team is can not only be accomplished more Male Philippine spotted deer (Rusa alfredi) at Breeding Center in the Philippines. of these facilities; Disney Animal ment and operations of all types of working on is the redevelopment of economically, but it also offers the Kingdom (original project team), Sea animal facilities; everything from the Dubai Safari Park. We are cur- opportunity for often young people World Australia, National Zoo of feasibility all the way through day to rently assisting with the design of the to contribute to species conserva- South Africa, New England Aquarium, day operations. As we are a relatively new facilities and will take over op- tion within their own countries. In Ski Dubai penguins, Disney Liv - young company, most of the projects erations of the show and interactive addition, they are important local ing Seas, Dubai Mall Aquarium and we are currently involved in are con- components when the redeveloped conservation ambassadors for the Underwater Zoo, Atlantis, Yas Water sulting type projects where we assist zoo opens in a year or so. future. The main goal of the Society World, US Navy Bio-Systems, Resorts clients with operational type design is to contribute to the conservation World Marine Life Park and the Mel- elements as well as the operations For each of our projects, as we typi- of little-known endangered species, bourne Aquarium to name a few. itself. Since many of the projects cally serve as consultants, we aren’t preferably in their pristine and natu- are in the development phases, we able to force clients to follow specific ral populations. Due to the unaware- The company has been involved in are bound by strong confidentiality standards but we have in the past ness of their pure existence a lot of many unique projects including the agreements at this point and can’t strongly advised to follow interna- the endangered species are doomed Prague Zoo and Bayworld Ocean- share as much as we would like about tional standards set by both WAZA to be extinct before they are even arium and Snake Park. We have also each of them. and AZA. The company is a member known. Therefore, ZGAP is involved served as consultants on the design of of AZA and we maintain a strong in various levels of conservation work several projects including Primorsky One project we are especially excited attendance at both the midyear and for endangered species and their Aquarium and Fundazoo Honduras. about though is a large education annual meetings. Most of our staff habitats. To achieve its objectives the and research based science center is also individual members of IMATA society initiates and scientifically sup- © F. Richter that we have been involved with over and the company sponsors at least ports conservation programs, com- Javan warty pig (Sus verrucosus) at Cikananga, Java. the past year and a half. Our role has 5 staff members to attend the annual piles additional expert knowledge been to serve as the pre‑operations conference every year. and opinions, gathers information team and as construction is complet- worldwide, invests in public relation, ed over the next few months, we will In short, we are a growing company publishes a journal semi‑annually and become operator of the facility with and are a strong supporter and con- last but not least funds conservation 900 animals and 60 staff member. tributor towards WAZA’s ‘United for projects or assists in acquiring neces- www.zooceanarium.com Conservation’ motto. sary funding. www.zgap.org 44 WAZA 4/15 WAZA 4/15 III

Membership Application | Now in 7 Languages Nominated As Institutional Member Now in 6 Languages Zoo Boise, USA FREEFREE

• Sponsors: Lee Ehmke (Houston Zoo), Dennis Kelly (Smithsonian National Zoo) • Founded: 1916 • Area: 4.5 hectares • Collection: Mammals: 44 species and 172 specimens Birds: 14 species and 36 specimens Download Reptiles: 14 species and 25 specimens Amphibians: 6 species the App and 14 specimens Fishes: 7 species and 15 specimens Invertebrates: 4 species and 78 specimens • Staff: 30 permanent, 25 temporary • Visitors: 298,624 paying 42,419 free • Owned by: City of Boise • Director: Steve Burns © Zoo Boise • Member: AZA Africa exhibit – the conservation link. • Address: 355 Julia Davis drive, Boise, Idaho, USA Zoo Boise is located in Julia Davis • Mission Statement: Zoo Boise connects Park in downtown Boise. We are the our visitors with animals to inspire biggest paid attraction in the state A fun and educational and involve our community in the of Idaho, hosting 341,000 guests last conservation of wildlife worldwide. year. We provide education programs free App • International Breeding Programs: to 30,000 school children per year. We packed full of useful Red Panda are home to more than 300 animal information • Research Programs: Zoo Boise representing 89 species. Zoo Boise actively participates in research on participates in 45 SSPs. We have 300 with links to social the Southern Idaho Ground Squirrel volunteers who contribute more than media for global impact. and helps fund lion/elephant/ungu- 30,000 hours of service annually. Zoo late research in Gorongosa National Boise has an extensive field conserva- Park in Mozambique. tion program in which we generate approximately $300,000 per year for wildlife conservation – 10% of our annual budget. We generate these Test new funds with a combination of conser- Discover vation fees and fees for certain visitor knowledge in 400 different experiences such as giraffe feeding. biodiversity Our main conservation programs animal species games are the restoration of Gorongosa National Park in central Mozambique and a reintroduction project for the © Zoo Boise Southern Idaho Ground Squirrel. Snow leopard cub. Discover how Zoo Boise has been accredited since Be inspired with Zoos and 2002 with the Association of Zoos & a new action Aquariums Aquariums. Zoo Boise is operated in three way partnership between the everyday are conserving City of Boise, the Friends of Zoo Boise biodiversity and Service Systems Associates (food & gift shop concessionaire.) facebook.com/BioDiversityIsUs facebook.com/BioDiversityIsUstwitter.com/BioDivUs awwp.zooboise.org twitter.com/BioDivUsinstagram.com/BioDiversityIsUs 4/15 November 2015

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