Facility design for Bachelor Gorilla groups

Coe, Jon Charles; Scott, Dwight B. McNair; Lukas, Kristen E.

doi:10.1002/zoo.20233

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“…When determining factors that are important in habitat design for captive populations, enclosure size, substrate quantity, and type are important influences on the behavior of the social group [Coe et al, 2009; Jaman & Huffman, 2010; Roberts & Kohn, 2005]. Locomotion in squirrel monkeys increases significantly with an increase in space, consistent with other primate studies.…”

Section: Social Behaviorsupporting

confidence: 66%

A new quantitative analysis system for the evaluation of coronary bifurcation lesions: Comparison with current conventional methods

Göktekín

Kaplan

Dimopoulos

et al. 2006

Cathet Cardio Intervent

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Section: Social Behaviorsupporting

confidence: 66%

A new quantitative analysis system for the evaluation of coronary bifurcation lesions: Comparison with current conventional methods

Göktekín

Kaplan

Dimopoulos

et al. 2006

Cathet Cardio Intervent

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“…The key to forming successful mixed species exhibits depends on whether field investigations indicate that these species naturally would occur together and form associations. When determining factors that are important in habitat design for captive populations, enclosure size, substrate quantity, and type are important influences on the behavior of the social group [Coe et al, 2009;Jaman & Huffman, 2010;Roberts & Kohn, 2005]. Locomotion in squirrel monkeys increases significantly with an increase in space, consistent with other primate studies.…”

Section: Social Behaviorsupporting

confidence: 73%

Integration of field and captive studies for understanding the behavioral ecology of the squirrel monkey (Saimirisp.)

Zimbler-DeLorenzo

Stone

2011

American J Primatol

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Captive and field studies both provide valuable and complementary information that lead to a better understanding of a species' behavioral ecology. Here, we review studies from wild, captive, and semi-free ranging populations of squirrel monkeys (Saimiri sp.), in order to (a) provide a more current (1985-2010) review of Saimiri behavioral ecology and (b) illustrate that integrating data collected in a variety of settings is an effective approach to addressing ecological questions in primates. Captive environments, such as zoological facilities and research colonies, can be advantageous to researchers by allowing longitudinal studies of behavior and reproduction, as well as providing opportunities for gathering data on life history, because physiological and life history data are known for individual animals. Studies of field populations can provide contextual information regarding the adaptive nature of behaviors that are studied in captivity. Squirrel monkeys are small, neotropical primates that have extensively been used in captive research. As the last in-depth review of Saimiri biology was published in 1985 [Rosenblum & Coe, The squirrel monkey. New York: Academic Press], we review studies since conducted on Saimiri ecology, life history, social behavior, reproduction, and conservation. Our review indicates that there is much variation in socioecology and life history traits between Saimiri species and, surprisingly, also between populations of the same species studied at different locales. In addition, much is known about squirrel monkey reproductive physiology, basic ecology, and vocal communication, but data are still lacking in the fields of life history and some adaptive components and social behavior. In particular, longitudinal studies in the field would be particularly relevant for a genus with a slow life history such as Saimiri. Finally, few data (captive or wild) are available on S. ustus and S. vanzolinii, though at least one of these species is threatened.

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“…Only one study, by Shettel‐Neuber [1988], examined all three user groups by measuring visitor, staff, and animal responses to the typical stone grotto exhibits and to the landscape immersion exhibits that replaced the grotto exhibits. In a primarily theoretical POE, Coe et al [2009] examined the potential needs of all three user groups for great apes exhibits, with a focus on bachelor gorilla exhibits. Additionally, Wilson et al [2003] examined visitor and staff responses to a naturalistic giant panda exhibit, with other reports planned to examine how the animals utilize the space.…”

Section: Zoos and Poementioning

confidence: 99%

Postoccupancy evaluations in zoological settings

Kelling

Gaalema

2011

Zoo Biology

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A postoccupancy evaluation (POE) is a systematic assessment performed to examine the effectiveness of the built environment after occupation. Although POEs have been mainly used to examine the effectiveness of built environments for human usage, they can and should be adapted for use in zoological settings. Zoological exhibits have evolved from when hygiene concerns ruled design to current trends that involve elaborate exhibits that often cost millions of dollars. Thus, it is imperative to conduct evaluations to ensure that these exhibits function to meet the complex needs of all users. It is crucial to perform a comprehensive POE that focuses on all three user groups; animals, visitors, and staff. However, work in this field is limited. Animal research has tended to remain very primate-focused with differing opinions as to what constitutes optimal outcomes. Zoo visitor studies often have limited scope and differing methodologies. Additionally, research on zoo staff opinions and feedback is almost nonexistent. A new exhibit opening at a zoo has huge potential for improving the welfare of the animals it will house, enhancing the zoo visitor experience, and improving the workplace for zoo personnel. Building the best possible exhibits requires not only the analysis of how the built environment affects all three groups, but also dissemination of those findings to guide future design.

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Facility design for Bachelor Gorilla groups

Cited by 24 publications

References 20 publications

A new quantitative analysis system for the evaluation of coronary bifurcation lesions: Comparison with current conventional methods

A new quantitative analysis system for the evaluation of coronary bifurcation lesions: Comparison with current conventional methods

Integration of field and captive studies for understanding the behavioral ecology of the squirrel monkey (Saimirisp.)

Postoccupancy evaluations in zoological settings

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