Marcus Clauss

Marcus Clauss is a Research Professor at the University of Zurich, leading the Clinic for Zoo Animals, Exotic Pets, and Wildlife. He holds a Dr. med. vet. habil (Habilitation) from the University of Munich and certifications from the European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition and the Bayerische Tierärztekammer. His expertise spans digestive physiology, wildlife biology, and allometry, with a focus on zoo animal nutrition, wild herbivore ecology, and zoogeochemical processes.

• Education:
  • Dr. med. vet. habil (Habilitation), University of Munich (2007)
  • Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary and Comparative Nutrition (2006)
  • Certified Veterinary Specialist in Animal Nutrition and Dietetics (2005)
  • Doctor med. vet., University of Munich (2000)
  • MSc Wild Animal Health, Zoological Society of London (1998)
  • Veterinarian, University of Munich (1997)

Research Interests: Clauss' work integrates physiology, ecology, and conservation. Key areas include:

• Comparative digestive physiology across vertebrates
• Nutritional adaptations in zoo and free-ranging herbivores
• Zoogeochemical studies of mineral retention and excretion
• Ethology and behavioral management of captive animals
• Evolutionary links between anatomy and environmental adaptation

Articles Trends: Recent publications (2023-2025) emphasize zoo animal nutrition, digestive physiology of exotic species, and conservation-relevant studies like rhinoceros health monitoring. He frequently collaborates on interdisciplinary projects combining physiology, ecology, and veterinary science.

Labs/Teams: Leads research groups at the University of Zurich focusing on zoo animal health, wildlife nutrition, and evolutionary physiology. Collaborates internationally with institutions like the Leibniz Institute for Zoo and Wildlife Research and the Zoological Society of London.