Social networks research in ex situ populations: Patterns, trends, and future directions for conservation‐focused behavioral research

• Published in: Zoo biology Vol. 40; no. 6; pp. 493 - 502
• Main Authors: Lewton, Jack, Rose, Paul E.
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Hoboken Wiley Subscription Services, Inc 01.11.2021
• Subjects: animal behavior; Animal husbandry; Animal populations; Carnivores; ex situ conservation; Fecundity; horizon scan; longevity; Monkeys & apes; Network analysis; One Plan Approach; Populations; Primates; Questions; Reptiles; Social behavior; Social interactions; Social network analysis; Social networks; Social organization; Species; Taxonomy; Trends; Ungulates; Wildlife conservation; wildlife management; zoo; Zoo animals; zoos

Social networks research using non‐human animals has grown over the past decade, utilizing a wide range of species to answer an array of pure and applied questions. Network approaches have relevance to conservation, evaluating social influences on fecundity, health, fitness and longevity. While the...