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Individual Methods for Feeding
Methods - Device
Barrel Feeder
The feeding methods outlined in this section require prior preparation in terms of making devices for use by the animals, including items that must be opened or manipulated to obtain food, frames to hold food items, and containers that randomly release food such as insects.
Barrel Feeder |
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| Method | Metal inner drum with rubber coating. Size 16 inches long x 9 inches in diameter. Central hole with pipe running into barrel, food placed inside. Hung by a chain. Must lift and shake barrel to drop food out. | |
| Species | Chimpanzee. | |
| Purpose | Very sturdy food puzzle requiring manipulation and exercise to gain access to food. | |
| Pro | Virtually indestructible. | |
| Con | -- | |
| Improvements | -- | |
| Comments | Chimpanzee get bored of this item very easily. | |
| Frequency of Use | 3 Times per Week. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 9 |
| Convenience | 9 | |
| Value For Money | 9 | |
| Range of Users | 1 | |
| Contributed By | Primate Section | |