2017 recommendations for the diagnosis, treatment and management of tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis) in elephants in human care.

Prepared by: Stakeholders Task Force on Management & Research Priorities of Tuberculosis in Elephants

Elephant management is a dynamic process and will change as more is learned about elephants. Regular review of these guidelines will be necessary to incorporate advancements and information that will benefit the elephants and their handlers. These guidelines recognize the established standards of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Elephant Managers Association (EMA), American Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), and the International Elephant Foundation (IEF) as they apply to elephants.

Edited by: Deborah Olson

Conservation organizations are committed to driving the palm oil industry in the right direction, and support a move to sustainable palm oil and not a blanket boycott.