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Individual Methods for Feeding
Methods - Device
External Puzzle Box
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.
External Puzzle Box |
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| Method | Large box hung on mesh outside cage. Back of box opens to put food inside, front has a series of hand-sized holes leading into pigeon holes containing straw and the food, which is found by touch. | |
| Species | Siamang Gibbon, Monkeys. | |
| Purpose | Puzzle feeder requiring the monkeys to rely on the sense of touch. | |
| Pro | Can be refilled without entering the enclosure or disturbing the monkeys. Attached to the cage with hooks, so easily moved. | |
| Con | -- | |
| Improvements | Varying size of holes allows smaller individuals greater access. | |
| Comments | Larger males find the manipulation required difficult, so the device is generally left to the females and young. | |
| Frequency of Use | Every other Day. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 10 |
| Convenience | 10 | |
| Value For Money | 10 | |
| Range of Users | 10 | |
| Contributed By | Primate Section | |