Gibbon

Observations on the behavior of gibbons (Hylobates leucogenys, H. gabriellae, and H. lar) in the presence of mirrors.

Three captive gibbons (Hylobates leucogenys, H. gabriellae, and H. lar) were videotaped in the course of longitudinal exposure to mirrors introduced into their familiar cage or island housing situation. The gibbons, which differed in age, sex, species, and rearing condition,...

Year Published: 2000Animal Type: Gibbon, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Ujhelyi, M., Merker, B., Buk, P. et al. 2000. Observations on the behavior of gibbons (Hylobates leucogenys, H. gabriellae, and H. lar) in the presence of mirrors. Journal of Comparative Psychology 114(3), 253-262.

Feeding devices

A hanging feeder for orangutans and gibbons is described.

Year Published: 2000Animal Type: Gibbon, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Tunwell, K. 2000. Feeding devices. Animal Keepers' Forum 27, 564-565.

Behavioral study of occupational feeders for hylobates

White-handed gibbons (two males and two females) and siamang (two females) were studied using eight different occupational feeders. We observed how the two species manipulated the feeders and evaluated their effect on behavior; comparing the occupational feeders to a traditional...

Year Published: 2002Animal Type: Gibbon, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Pappas, K. 2002. Behavioral study of occupational feeders for hylobates. American Journal of Primatology 57, 40-41 (Abstract).

Environmental enrichment for laboratory animals

Includes regulatory compliance, program development and management, common environmental enrichment strategies, program assessment and monitoring. A key component to the enrichment program development is the understanding of the natural behavior and habitat of each species housed in the animal facility....

Year Published: 2004Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: All/General, Baboon, Capuchin, Cat, Chimpanzee, Chinchilla, Dog, Ferret, Gerbil, Gibbon, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Mole Rat, Mouse, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Other Rodent, Owl Monkey, Pig, Rabbit, Rat, Rodent, Sheep, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Stewart, K. L. , Bayne, K. 2004. Environmental enrichment for laboratory animals. In: Laboratory Animal Medicine and Management. Reuter, J. D. , Suckow, M. A. (Eds). International Veterinary Information Service, Ithaca, New York.

The effect of feeding enrichment on the Moloch gibbon (Hylobates Moloch)

Study concluded that feeding devices may offer a viable form of environmental enrichment.

Year Published: 2009Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Gibbon, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Wells, D. L., Irwin, R. M. 2009. The effect of feeding enrichment on the Moloch gibbon (Hylobates Moloch). Applied Animal Welfare Science 12, 21-29.

Is training zoo animals enriching?

Husbandry training of zoo animals (training) has been associated with many benefits, and indisputably is a valuable tool; training facilitates movement of animals within their environment, and participation in husbandry and medical procedures. Training has also been considered to be...

Year Published: 2013Topics: Animal Training, Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Amphibian, Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Crocodile & Alligator, Frog & Toad, Gibbon, Lemur, Lizard, Macaque, Marine Mammal, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Animal, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Reptile, Salamander, Snake, Squirrel Monkey, Turtle & Tortoise, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Melfi, V. 2013. Is training zoo animals enriching? Applied Animal Behaviour Science 147, 299-305.