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Individual Methods for
Enclosure Design
Swinging Platform
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.
Swinging Platform |
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| Method | Thick wooden board 4 feet long x 3 feet wide secured onto metal climbing framework by chains at the corners. | |
| Species | Chimpanzee, Gorilla. | |
| Purpose | Sturdy, mobile platform to develop sense of balance. Provides an unpredictable, wide platform as opposed to a rope or narrow swing. | |
| Pro | -- | |
| Con | Too sturdy - need more unpredictable platform. | |
| Improvements | Have boards of different sizes. | |
| Comments | Could be used for all primate species by varying the size and weight of the swinging platform. | |
| Frequency of Use | Constant. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 8 |
| Convenience | 8 | |
| Value For Money | 8 | |
| Range of Users | 10 | |
| Contributed By | Primate Section | |