Animal Accommodation Introduction

Which of the following are reasons we keep animals in activity? Select all that apply.

• Scientific Research

• Entertainment

• Education

• Breeding Programs

What are the 3 types of accommodation you usually find in zoos and wildlife parks?

• Clinical

• Naturalistic

• Free roam/range

• Cellular

Which of these is not an advantage of clinical housing?

• The animal feels less stressed.

• It is relatively easy to clean.

• The animal is easy to observe.

• The animal is easy to restrain.

Which of the following are reasons an animal may be placed in clinical housing? More than one answer.

• Sickness

• Quarantine

• Photo Opportunities

What category of enclosure would this fall into?

• Cellular

• Naturalistic

• Clinical

• Free Range

Which of the following is an advantage of naturalistic accommodation?

• The animal can be easily viewed.

• The animal can be easily observed.

• It reduces stress for the animal.

• The enclosure can be easily cleaned.

What are some of the disadvantages of free roaming accommodation? More then one answer.

• Risk of zoonotic diseases.

• Risk of escape.

• Risk of fire.

• Risk of poaching.

What free roaming animal escaped a zoo in Cork in 2019 and is taunting the general public to this day?

• Peacock

• Peregrine

• Pelican

• Pigeon

What type of accommodation would this animal need?

• Terrestrial

• Aquatic

• Amphibious

• Arboreal

What type of accommodation would this animal need?

• Arboreal

• Fossorial

• Amphibious

• Terrestrial