IGUANA DEWORMING BY DR. ABHISHEK GUPTA Most, if not all, reptiles and amphibians found in the wild are thought to harbour parasites. In the wild, the delicate balance between parasite and host differs dramatically from the relationship between parasite and host in captivity. …
MACAW WITH SPECIAL NEEDS BY SAI VARDEKAR When compared to nature, survival in captivity is greatly improved due to propagation available for several aspects such as providing species specific needs, and treatment of ailments and rehabilitation. Sometimes, first-time parents are unable …
AVIARY SET-UP BY VIKAS RANA Every bird and creature on this world is unique and beautiful, and their needs are unique as well, which we should aim to duplicate in captivity to assure their wellbeing.1) Sunlight exposure: an aviary …
INSECT CULTURE UNDER ATTACK BY JANANI ARUN It’s February, which means that winter is coming to an end and the temperature is rising. With every change comes a new challenge, and this time we didn’t know that thousands of …
FOOD FIGHTS BY PRITHVIRAJ CHELLADURAI Dominance and food behavior: Animal conflicts within social groups, and usually occur over food, territory, or mating. I tried to understand this fundamental behavior and further tried to mitigate some fights over food. I currently …
WORMS IN BIRDS BY MITESH PATEL I am a senior trainee at LSeT, where I am currently completing my advanced training. I was caring for a pair of hawk-headed parrots (red fan parrots) that were bred in December of last year. …
MARMOSET MANNERS BY JANANI ARUN I’ve been working with primates for a few months now and have already seen and experienced so many incredible things. Last month, one of our common marmoset pairs gave birth to two babies, who …
MACAW & CONURE ENRICHMENT BY VIKAS RANA Birds in captivity can become bored if there is nothing exciting going on during the day, and this is not a happy life. My internship responsibilities include gathering hibiscus, marigold, rose, sunflowers, drum …
FELL IN LOVE WITH IGUANAS BY DHRUV PATEL First and foremost, I want to emphasise that animals are incredible, and working with them brings us joy every time. We work with a variety of exotic species, including reptiles, birds, monkeys, …
KEEPING EXOTIC SPECIES BY SOHAM MUKHERJEE Our human need for companion animal is ingrained and is probably the reason that the first orphaned wolf cub or the injured young bird was taken in and cared for by our ancestors. It …
