The human-reptile bond and its implications for the welfare of captive semiaquatic turtles in Portugal

Semiaquatic turtles are common pets but are arguably one of the most difficult reptiles to maintain because of species-specific thermal, hydric, dietary and behavioural requirements that call for specialized care. Furthermore, keepers’ familiarity with reptilian behavioural and psychological health...

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Main Author: Guimarães, Maria Leonor da Fonseca e Castro Lobato (author)
Format: masterThesis
Language:eng
Published: 2020
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/10400.26/24505
Country:Portugal
Oai:oai:comum.rcaap.pt:10400.26/24505