Abnormal Behaviour

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Across
  1. 3. The condition of an animal being kept by humans in environments such as zoos, aquariums, laboratories, or private collections.
  2. 5. Any factor that causes stress, such as noise, overcrowding, social conflict, or lack of stimulation.
  3. 8. Behaviour Behaviour directed towards an alternative target when the original target is unavailable.
  4. 9. Behaviour Behaviour repeated frequently with little variation and often no obvious purpose.
Down
  1. 1. Behaviour Repetitive, unvarying behaviour with no obvious goal or function. Often used as an indicator of poor welfare.
  2. 2. Behaviour Behaviour that differs from what is considered typical or natural for a species. Often associated with poor welfare, stress, illness, or inappropriate environments.
  3. 4. Repetitive walking along the same route, commonly seen in captive carnivores experiencing stress or frustration.
  4. 5. Behaviour that causes injury to the animal, such as feather plucking or self-biting.
  5. 6. A physiological and behavioural response to challenges or threats within the environment.
  6. 7. Excessive grooming that may lead to hair loss, skin damage, or self-injury.