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Development of a large scale baboon breeding program

W J Goodwin, A M Coelho

    Laboratory Animal Science
    |December 1, 1982
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    A large-scale baboon breeding program was established, producing approximately 200 infants annually with known biological traits. This initiative supplied U.S. biomedical researchers with essential, domestically sourced animals.

    Area of Science:

    • Primate research
    • Animal breeding programs
    • Biomedical research resources

    Background:

    • The need for a reliable source of non-human primates for research.
    • Limitations of previous animal sourcing for scientific studies.
    • The importance of controlled breeding for animal welfare and research consistency.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To develop and implement a large-scale baboon breeding program.
    • To establish a national resource for domestically reared baboons.
    • To provide animals with documented biological characteristics for research.

    Main Methods:

    • Construction of a unique 6-acre corral facility.
    • Implementation of a defined breeding program for baboons (Papio sp).
    • Monitoring and documentation of infant biological characteristics.

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    Main Results:

    • Successful establishment of a large-scale baboon colony.
    • Consistent annual production of approximately 200 baboon infants.
    • Provision of animals with known biological profiles to researchers.

    Conclusions:

    • The developed program effectively serves as a national resource for baboons.
    • Domestically bred baboons with known characteristics are available for U.S. biomedical research.
    • This initiative enhances the sustainability and reliability of primate supply for scientific investigation.