Australian Mammals

Biology and Captive Management

Stephen M. Jackson

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CSIRO Publishing
02 June 2025

Zoology & animal sciences; Animal husbandry

Australian Mammals: Biology and Captive Management is a complete guide to the husbandry of all groups of Australian mammals.

This second edition has been updated based on the latest research, bringing together current knowledge of the biology and behaviour of each species in captive situations and providing guidance for hand rearing. It covers advances from the last 20 years, including developments in assisted breeding, genetic techniques, updated taxonomy and the importance of Australian mammal welfare, both physical and mental.

Written in collaboration with experts in captive management, ecology and veterinary science, chapters are presented for each taxonomic group of Australian mammals. Each chapter covers animal welfare, natural history, housing requirements, general husbandry, feeding requirements, handling and transport, health requirements, behaviour, breeding and artificial rearing.

Australian Mammals provides practical guidance for zookeepers, veterinarians, zoologists, researchers and students.

PRAISE FOR THE FIRST EDITION:

'...this is a landmark publication and the reference for all those interested in maintaining animals in captivity...

I believe it will become a 'must have' volume on the library shelves of people seriously interested in the future of Australian mammals.'

Ed McAlister AO, President, World Association of Zoos and Aquariums

Edited by: Stephen M. Jackson
Imprint: CSIRO Publishing
Country of Publication: Australia
Edition: 2nd New edition
Dimensions: Height: 270mm, Width: 210mm, Spine: 48mm
Weight: 3.125kg
ISBN: 9781486315277
ISBN 10: 1486315275
Pages: 864
Publication Date: 02 June 2025
Audience: Professional and scholarly , Undergraduate
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Dr Stephen M. Jackson is a zoologist who has studied the behaviour, ecology, captive management and taxonomy of Australian mammals for over 30 years. He has had various roles including zookeeper, zoo curator, zoo regulator, lecturer, wildlife consultant and author. He is an Adjunct Associate Professor at the University of New South Wales, associate of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, DC and currently works at the Australian Museum in Sydney.