How the guide thinks
Research & methods
The project separates observation, published evidence, keeper convention, and editorial recommendation so readers can see how strongly a statement is supported.
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Strong evidence
Multiple relevant sources or a particularly direct body of evidence.
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Moderate evidence
Useful evidence with limits in scope, setting, or replication.
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Limited evidence
Sparse or indirect evidence that requires cautious interpretation.
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Husbandry consensus
A repeated practice in experienced husbandry, distinguished from research.
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Author recommendation
An explicit editorial judgment made by this guide.
Editorial workflow
- Start with a specific, testable husbandry claim.
- Trace it to primary literature or an authoritative source.
- Record scope, limits, and relevance to captive care.
- Assign an evidence label and attach citations at claim level.
- Review the chapter date and status when evidence changes.