SPARKS studbook/species management software

Single Population Analysis & Records Keeping System (SPARKS) software supports studbook management and species analysis. SPARKS is DOS-based software used by hundreds of studbook keepers worldwide.

 

To use SPARKS, you will need:

·         Windows operating system (Windows 98 or higher)

·         IBM compatible computer with a minimum Pentium or Pentium Pro 200 MHz CPU

·         Minimum 32 MB of RAM

·         Minimum 100 MB of free disk space

 

In addition, a high-speed Internet connection is recommended.

  

SPARKS order form (PDF)

 

Other ISIS studbook products:

The ISIS Specimen Reference DVD contains historical and pedigree information on 2 million specimens of approximately 10,000 species. The Specimen Reference DVD also contains historical zoological datasets, containing all data in the ISIS system.

 

The Specimen Reference DVD is updated and distributed to ISIS members every 180 days (was every 90 days, but distribution has been limited because of development of ZIMS).

 

In addition, members have access to the most recent birth and deaths at each facility through the ISIS Web site.

 

 

The ISIS/World Association of Zoos and Aquariums (WAZA) Studbook and Husbandry Manual CD-ROM contains almost 1,100 regional and international studbooks, husbandry manuals, related resources and reference documents pertaining to captive animal data records and population management.

 

This product is produced annually and mailed to the ISIS representatives in member institutions and WAZA members.