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How 'positive' stress could improve the welfare of zoo animals
EuropeFirst pelican chicks hatching
Pelicans in St James's Park, London, have been a summer sensation due to the first chicks hatching in the park's history
The presence of these chicks may be related to the concept of 'positive' stress improving the welfare of zoo animals
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Key Takeaways
- This event may be linked to 'positive' stress
- The concept of 'positive' stress could improve zoo animal welfare
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Expected Outcomes
- Further research on 'positive' stress in zoo animals
Why It Matters
Improving welfare of zoo animals
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Timeline of this story
- Sep 9Phys.org: Pelicans have resided in St James's Park, London, for 360 years. But the current flock has been a summer sensation because of the first chic
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