Faculty of Health and Medical Science

Zoos and aquariums

Where is my tree? Virtue Ethics as a Pathway to Reduce Loss of Place and Animal Suffering

Paper written by Sabrina Brando, Mickey Gjerris. Journal of Applied Animal Ethics Research, published 24 October 2025

Polar bear welfare

Qualitative Behaviour Assessment for zoo-housed polar bears (Ursus maritimus)

This study aimed to assess the ability of Qualitative Behaviour Assessment (QBA) to discern emotional state in zoo-housed polar bears, and further to investigate its validity through associations to behavioural and…

Polar bear welfare

A critical review of animal-based welfare indicators for polar bears (Ursus maritimus) in zoos

This review provides an overview of current valid and promising welfare indicators along with identified gaps in knowledge, relevant for the provision of a methodology for assessing and monitoring welfare of captive…

Opportunities and Challenges in Applying the 3Rs to Zoos and Aquariums

This paper analyses opportunities and challenges for each of the three Rs when applied to animals housed in zoos and aquariums.