An evaluation of video cameras for collecting observational data on sanctuary‐housed chimpanzees (<i>Pan troglodytes</i>)

Hansen, Bethany K; Fultz, Amy; Hopper, Lydia M.; Ross, Stephen R.

doi:10.1002/zoo.21410

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“…Some sanctuaries have attempted to overcome these challenges by installing elevated observation decks or a system of remote cameras. Hansen et al [10] conducted an evaluation of such a camera system in a chimpanzee sanctuary and found that, although cameras provided narrower perspectives on animal subjects, the observer was able to view large enclosures at a much faster rate compared to in-person observations. Much larger multi-acre enclosures, such as those found in rangecountry sanctuaries, may, therefore, be even more difficult settings to conduct behavioural observations.…”

Section: (C) Sanctuary Research Capacitymentioning

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A review of research in primate sanctuaries

Ross

Leinwand

2020

Biol. Lett.

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While non-human primate studies have long been conducted in laboratories, and more recently at zoological parks, sanctuaries are increasingly considered a viable setting for research. Accredited sanctuaries in non-range countries house thousands of primates formerly used as subjects of medical research, trained performers or personal pets. In range countries, however, sanctuaries typically house orphaned primates confiscated from illegal poaching and the bushmeat and pet trafficking trades. Although the primary mission of these sanctuaries is to rescue and rehabilitate residents, many of these organizations are increasingly willing to participate in non-invasive research. Notably, from a scientific standpoint, most sanctuaries provide potential advantages over traditional settings, such as large, naturalistic physical and social environments which may result in more relevant models of primates' free-ranging wild counterparts than other captive settings. As a result, an impressive scope of research in the fields of primate behaviour, cognition, veterinary science, genetics and physiology have been studied in sanctuaries. In this review, we examine the range and form of research that has been conducted at accredited sanctuaries around the world. We also describe the potential challenges of sanctuary-based work and the considerations that external researchers may face when deciding to collaborate with primate sanctuaries on their research projects.

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Section: (C) Sanctuary Research Capacitymentioning

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A review of research in primate sanctuaries

Ross

Leinwand

2020

Biol. Lett.

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“…Hayden et al (2021) point out that zoos lend themselves to observational studies well, as they, unlike research centers, are designed specifically in consideration of unobtrusive, clear viewing of primates. Similarly, sanctuaries, with their often semi-wild enclosure styles, may invite the use of field techniques such as remote video monitoring for both animal care and observational research, as in Hansen et al (2018).…”

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Primate cognition in zoos: Reviewing the impact of zoo‐based research over 15 years

McEwen

Warren

Tenpas

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American J Primatol

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Primate cognition research is reliant on access to members of the study sp ecies and logistical infrastructures to conduct observations and experiments. Historically founded in research centers and private collections, and spreading to modern zoos, sanctuaries, and the field, primate cognition has been investigated in diverse settings, each with benefits and challenges. In our systematic review of 12 primatology, animal behavior, and animal cognition journals over the last 15 years, we turn a spotlight on zoos to quantify their current impact on the field and to highlight their potential as robust contributors to future work. To put zoo-based research in context, we compare zoos to three other site types: university-owned or independent research centers, sanctuaries, and field sites. We assess the contributions of zoos across several critical considerations in primate cognition research, including number of investigations, species diversity, sample size, research topic diversity, and methodology. We identified 1119 publications reporting studies of primate cognition, almost 25% of which report research conducted in zoos. Across publications, zoobased research has greater species diversity than research centers and covers a diverse range of research topics. Although our review is merely a snapshot of primate cognition research, our findings suggest that zoos may present advantages to researchers regarding species diversity, and lack some of the methodological constraints of field sites, allowing greater ease of access to a diverse range of subjects for cognition investigations. We suggest that zoos have great potential as key contributors for future investigations in primate cognition. Finally, we shed light on the symbiotic relationship that can emerge between researchers and zoos, forming partnerships that bring unique advantages to both parties.

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“…[34] makes recommendations on monitoring wildlife with low-cost solutions to make CCTV more accessible to wildlife practitioners and naturalists. [35] provides recommendations for animal facilities on installing systems. They outline the benefits of camera systems for sanctuaries to facilitate animal care and observational research.…”

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Monitoring Technologies for Animal Welfare: A Review of Aspirations and Deployments in Zoos

Morrison

2022

Proceedings of the Future Technologies Conference (FTC) 2022, Volume 3

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Focusing on zoo environments, we conducted a literature review investigating the use of non-invasive technologies designed for monitoring the behaviour and welfare of animals. The research question asks: What technologies or monitoring methods have been able to capture information on behaviours and needs of animals in zoo, sanctuary, domestic or agricultural environments? From the initial literature review, we determined progressive zoos, research labs, institutions and companies and identified monitoring technologies developed to improve animal welfare. We then emailed out a concise survey to those zoos to gauge what monitoring technologies they were using and asked them to identify where systems and their deployment could be improved. We highlight advances and developments identified in the literature, to underline current and future monitoring needs of zoo environments. We contribute to the research field by mapping these sought-after changes against the most relevant identified monitoring technologies distinguished in the literature search

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An evaluation of video cameras for collecting observational data on sanctuary‐housed chimpanzees (Pan troglodytes)

Cited by 8 publications

References 13 publications

A review of research in primate sanctuaries

A review of research in primate sanctuaries

Primate cognition in zoos: Reviewing the impact of zoo‐based research over 15 years

Monitoring Technologies for Animal Welfare: A Review of Aspirations and Deployments in Zoos

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