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Individual Methods for
Enclosure Design
Varied Substrates
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.
Varied Substrates |
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| Method | Sections of the enclosure containing different underfoot substrates, including wood chip and bark, concrete, soil, peat, pebbles, and grass. A selection of two or more substrates are used in each enclosure. | |
| Species | Carnivores, Arabian Oryx, Antelope, Deer, Pheasants, Fowl, Penguins. | |
| Purpose | Provide variable textures, smells and surfaces in environment. Hard and abrasive substrates maintain hooves in good condition, while sandy substrates are ideal for dust bathing to deal with skin parasites. | |
| Pro | -- | |
| Con | -- | |
| Improvements | -- | |
| Comments | See also Wood Chip and Pebble Beach substrates for specific examples. | |
| Frequency of Use | Constant. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 10/10/10 |
| Convenience | 9/8/10 | |
| Value For Money | 10/10/10 | |
| Range of Users | 10/10/10 | |
| Contributed By | Carnivore Section / Hoof-Stock Section / Bird Section | |