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Individual Methods for
Enclosure Design
Rocks and Tree Stumps
The methods outlined in this section relate to features of enclosure construction and layout which may be used to enhance the living conditions of animals, including the use of shelter areas, vegetation, viewing platforms and climbing structures.
Rocks and Tree Stumps |
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| Method | Large natural structures, arranged in the enclosure to create a more three-dimensional layout. | |
| Species | Birds, Meerkat, Cats. | |
| Purpose | Provide natural, solid, raised perches, and may also be used for screening and shelter. | |
| Pro | Provide a naturalistic look to the enclosures. Tree stumps attract insects, which become a mobile source of interest that may be foraged for by the inhabitants. | |
| Con | Rocks and tree stumps can be heavy to move around. | |
| Improvements | Moving the rocks and stumps around alters the three-dimensional layout of the enclosure. | |
| Comments | -- | |
| Frequency of Use | Constant. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 8/7 |
| Convenience | 8/8 | |
| Value For Money | 10/10 | |
| Range of Users | 7/6 | |
| Contributed By | Bird Section / Carnivore Section | |