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       CODE: 412.674-014 Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): ANIMAL-NURSERY WORKER (amuse. & rec.; museums) alternate titles: children's zoo
caretaker
Cares for newborn and young animals in zoo nursery and exhibit area: Prepares liquid formula,
cereal, and other foods for young animals according to direction of ZOO VETERINARIAN (medical ser.)
073.101-018 and prepares standard diet foods for mothers of newborn animals according to
requirements of species. Fills sterilized nursing bottles with formula and feeds animals that have
been orphaned or deserted, or that require food in addition to that provided by mother. Observes
newborn animals to detect indications of abnormality or disease, and notifies ZOO VETERINARIAN
(medical ser.) when such indications are evident. Periodically conducts physical examination of
young animals, performing such tasks as taking temperatures, blood pressure, and pulse rate, and
weighing and measuring animals. Maintains records of animal weights, sizes, and physical conditions
to be used in zoo account of animals born in captivity. Adjusts humidity and temperature controls to
maintain specified environmental conditions in nursery or exhibit area. Installs equipment such as
infrared light stands, cribs, or feeding devices in young animal exhibit area. Explains to visitors
procedures for care and feeding of young animals, and answers questions concerning factors such as
native habitats and breeding habits. Observes children petting or feeding animals in designated area
and cautions children against activities that might be harmful to animals.
GOE: 03.03.02 STRENGTH: M GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 4 DLU: 86
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