Assessment of Captive Environment for Oriental Small-Clawed Otters (Aonyx cinereus) in Otter Cafes in Japan.

ABSTRACT: This study investigates the captive environments of oriental small-clawed otter (OSO; Aonyx cinereus) cafés in Japan, aiming to identify discrepancies with established welfare guidelines. Improved management of these commercial facilities could raise awareness about the difficulties of keeping OSOs as pets and enhance their welfare. Utilizing the role of commercial facilities in public outreach, we consider that the rigorous implementation of proper care practices in these establishments could help mitigate the increasing demand for OSOs domestically and contribute to the conservation of the OSO. In this study, we focused on the critical aspects of the captive environment necessary to maintain the psychological well-being of OSOs and evaluated the captive environments of OSOs housed

SUBMITTER: Ushine N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11350695 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature