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Individual Methods for Feeding
Methods - Practices
Scatter Feeds (Indoors)
The practices outlined in this section relate to methods of food presentation that do not require the use of special materials or devices. Scatter feeds, use of specific locations, and methods of ensuring that specific animals receive required medications and dietary supplements are dealt with.
Scatter Feeds (Indoors) |
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| Method | Food is hidden in the floor substrate (straw), or scattered onto the roof mesh of the indoor enclosure. | |
| Species | All Primates not totally arboreal. | |
| Purpose | Increase foraging time and visibility of the animals. Provides more interest for visitors. | |
| Pro | Straw can easily be moved about while cleaning. | |
| Con | -- | |
| Improvements | Vary the floor substrate with wood shavings, bark, etc. | |
| Comments | Must completely remove straw about once per week to clean enclosure. Dusky Langurs do not spend time on the floor, so do not use the foraging substrate. | |
| Frequency of Use | 6 Days per Week. | |
| Ratings | Usefulness | 10 |
| Convenience | 10 | |
| Value For Money | 10 | |
| Range of Users | 10 | |
| Contributed By | Primate Section | |