Assessing the impact of the reactivity of red brocket deer (Mazama americana) on training efficiency.

ABSTRACT: The reactivity of wild animals has been studied due to its influence on ex-situ management and conservation strategies. However, there is insufficient research examining the impact of reactivity on training processes for veterinary handling procedures, which are essential for promoting the welfare of wild animals in conservation centers, zoos, and research institutions. This study aimed to evaluate the influence of reactivity on training for veterinary procedures in red brocket deer (Mazama americana). The reactivity of twelve red brocket deer were measured by recording their behavior in the presence of an unfamiliar person and during routine handling procedures. Subsequently, the deer were subjected to habituation and operant conditioning (employing positive reinforcement) for veterinary

SUBMITTER: Gragnanello LC 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12507295 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature