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Pinniped and Penguin Husbandry |
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Department Function
Pinniped and penguin aquarists feed, train and care for the Aquarium's collection of Northern Fur Seals, Steller's sea lions and African penguins.
Daily Duties
- Assist staff with preparing diets for pinnipeds and penguins.
- Cleaning and maintenance of exhibits and back-up areas.
- Record keeping.
- Assist feeding pinnipeds and penguins.
- Assist with the training of husbandry behaviors.
- Assist Husbandry staff and staff veterinarian with medical procedures.
- Assist with stranded marine mammals when possible.
Recent Projects
- Shade utilization in northern fur seals and Steller's sea lions.
- Pre-molt vs. post-molt patterns in African penguins.
- Quarantine procedures for stranded marine mammals.
- The correlation between season and abnormal foot conditions in African penguins.
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