Description
The relevant legal, recommended and ethical considerations related to the acquisition and disposition of animals.
Alternative labels
animal adoption
animal acquisitions
Skill type
knowledge
Skill reusability level
occupation-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential knowledge
Animal acquisition is an essential knowledge of the following occupations:
Zoo curator: Zoo curators are usually the position of middle-management within an institution. Much of their work involves oversight, management and development of the animal collection. Often this is related to animal husbandry and welfare policy, the acquisition and disposition of zoo animals, and development of new exhibits. Zoos normally acquire animals through captive breeding programs. The zoo collection, trade, and transport of the animals is regulated by government agencies as well as guided by zoo membership organisations. Consequently, zoo curators act as a liaison between these agencies and the zoo itself. Additionally, they play an active role in the administration of zoo functions and all kinds of captive breeding programs.
Optional knowledge
Animal acquisition is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this knowledge may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
References
- Animal acquisition – ESCO
