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Author Archives: Cristina Valsera
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Mar 23
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Mar 23
Working with wildlife – II AVAFES NATIONAL Conference
At the beginning of this month, we attended the congress organised by the Veterinary Association for the Assistance to Exotic and Wild Fauna (AVAFES), where we were invited to present some of our research work.
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Feb 23
Does a bad night also affect the chimpanzees’ next day?
Ensuring proper sleep is essential for the health of all animals, including chimpanzees. Many studies have demonstrated that sleep plays a crucial role in physical and behavioral regulation, and sleep disruptions may cause negative consequences for both. This study made at MONA explores how environmental conditions and nocturnal disturbances affect the sleep and daytime behavior of sanctuary-housed chimpanzees, respectively.
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The results of our new research have already been published in the international journal Animals.
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Feb 23
Course: Animale Welfare and Environmental Enrichment
Onsite course, 5th edition
In this course, we will explore the different environmental, behavioural and emotional aspects that must be addressed to improve the welfare of captive primates. We will focus on one of the most powerful tools to motivate natural behaviours and alleviate the negative consequences of life in captivity: environmental enrichment.
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Dec 22
(Español) Primates Nº 45
You can now read Primates Nº 44 the newsletter for MONA’s members and supporters
Click on the image to access the content.
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Sep 22
Course: Primatology, past, present and future
Online course, 4th edition
Worldwide, more than 50% of all non-human primate species are in danger of extinction and many of them have been little studied, so their study and conservation is crucial for their preservation.
This course offers a transversal and multidisciplinary approach to learning about the origins of Primatology, understanding the current moment with its main areas of study and exploring the future challenges of Primatology and primate conservation in the Anthropocene era.
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Aug 22
Monkeypox: WHO wants to change the name of the disease
The World Health Organisation (WHO) is asking for suggestions for new names for monkeypox
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Aug 22
Course: Primates and the Rainforest
Online course, 4th edition
Have you ever imagined what it would be like to be in the hot, exuberant rainforest studying monkeys? This course is aimed at anyone who wants to learn about the challenges and risks involved in studying primates in tropical rainforests, as well as the skills and competencies and best practices for their study.
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Aug 22
Introductory course in primate veterinary medicine
Online course, 4th edition
Learn from professionals the skills and competencies of a good primate veterinarian.
Practising veterinary medicine in a developing country has its challenges, difficulties and rewards. Learning to be self-reliant, resourceful, flexible, patient and persevering are qualities we don’t know we have until everyday situations test us.
If you have ever thought of working as a primate veterinarian in some lost corner of the world, this course brings you closer to that world, from the hand and with the experience of a veterinarian who has worked for more than 20 years in great ape recovery centres in Africa and Asia.
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Jul 22
Primate caregiver course
On-site course, 14th edition.
Learn from professionals the skills and competencies of a good primate caregiver.
Are you interested in getting a closer look at the work of a primate keeper? What tasks do they perform and how can they completely change the animals’ daily lives? In this primate keeper theory course we have compiled the best tips from our more than 20 years of experience, so that you can learn how to improve the welfare and health of the animals in your care.
Be part of the solution for these animals today
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