Isbn: 9798243102599 - manatee: the complete keeper’s handbook (5 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Manatees are gentle, powerful animals, but caring for them responsibly is anything but simple. MANATEE [Sea cow]: The Complete Keeper's Handbook is written for people working with manatees in managed care settings, including aquariums, sanctuaries, research programs, and rehabilitation work where welfare, safety, and ethics come first. This guide brings the whole picture together, so you can make good decisions on the floor, not just in theory. Inside you'll find: Natural history and behavior to help you understand what "normal" looks like and why manatees are so sensitive to environmental change.Care and husbandry essentials, including habitat and pool setup, temperature stability, water quality management, nutrition, and enrichment that supports natural foraging and reduces stress.Health and veterinary care fundamentals focused on prevention and early detection, including common problems seen in managed care and rehabilitation environments.Handling and safety guidance built around calm, low-stress procedures that protect both the animal and the team.Optional advanced topics on breeding and lifespan, for readers working in specialized programs.Conservation and ethics connecting everyday care to legal responsibility, humane stewardship, and long-term protection of wild populations. If you need a practical, readable reference for responsible manatee stewardship, this handbook is designed to support your work with clarity, care, and respect for the animal. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: new. Paperback. Manatees are gentle, powerful animals, but caring for them responsibly is anything but simple. MANATEE [Sea cow]: The Complete Keeper's Handbook is written for people working with manatees in managed care settings, including aquariums, sanctuaries, research programs, and rehabilitation work where welfare, safety, and ethics come first. This guide brings the whole picture together, so you can make good decisions on the floor, not just in theory. Inside you'll find: Natural history and behavior to help you understand what "normal" looks like and why manatees are so sensitive to environmental change.Care and husbandry essentials, including habitat and pool setup, temperature stability, water quality management, nutrition, and enrichment that supports natural foraging and reduces stress.Health and veterinary care fundamentals focused on prevention and early detection, including common problems seen in managed care and rehabilitation environments.Handling and safety guidance built around calm, low-stress procedures that protect both the animal and the team.Optional advanced topics on breeding and lifespan, for readers working in specialized programs.Conservation and ethics connecting everyday care to legal responsibility, humane stewardship, and long-term protection of wild populations. If you need a practical, readable reference for responsible manatee stewardship, this handbook is designed to support your work with clarity, care, and respect for the animal. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…