
Controlled access enclosures, which may be indoor or outdoor units, provide sufficient space for natural activities but are also designed to allow caregivers to monitor each individual animal on …
EAZA Best Practice Guidelines
The guidelines are of particular interest when building new enclosures, when deciding upon the nutrition of animals or when seeking information on the biology of the species. EAZA Members …
Mixed Species Resources - AZA Ungulates
Housing multiple compatible taxa together in one enclosure can help maximize space use and increase holding capacity without changing holding space. And mixed-species exhibits don't …
EAZA Best Practice Guidelines for Pygmy Hippopotamus
Since the pygmy hippo spends a considerable amount of time on land, it is essential to provide an outside exhibit with a large and well-structured land area that provides a lot of cover and …
Why are hippos not in zoos? - The Environmental Literacy Council
Mar 18, 2025 · A proper hippo habitat needs a large, deep pool that mimics their natural environment. This means expensive construction and ongoing maintenance costs. The …
Dissertation on zoo design: Pygmy hippo case study
The conversion of the two hippo enclosures into a single aviary was achieved simply with free standing poles up to ten metres in height supporting steel cables and polythene bird netting. …
Hippo Enclosure Size? - Frontier Forums
Nov 28, 2020 · To my knowledge, no real life zoo to day has an enclosure as big as the one that is needed for the polar bears in game. I'll try using a mod for the polar bears again soon (last …
Best UK Pygmy Hippopotamus enclosure - ZooChat
Apr 20, 2020 · This is just a bit of fun to judge the general consensus on the best enclosure for Pygmy Hippo's in the UK. I have added a few photos from the gallery to make it easier for …
Hippopotamidae (Hippopotamus) - Veterian Key
Aug 27, 2016 · The pygmy hippo has similar enclosure requirements as the common hippo. Although smaller, this species is reported to be far more aggressive toward conspecifics and …
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Animal Welfare
hippo. To keep hippopotamus’ in a natural group you need large enclosures and large water bodies. Positive behaviours to encourage Keeping hippopotamus’ in natural family groups is …