Macaque

A novel caging method for collecting telemetry data from pair-housed monkeys

Caging method is described that allows telemetric measurements [ECG and blood pressure] of long-tailed macaques housed in pairs. The first method consisted of modifying the current cages to add a wire mesh tunnel constructed above the two adjacent cages, with...

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Sheehan, J., Ziegelhofer, T., Henn, S. et al. 2005. A novel caging method for collecting telemetry data from pair-housed monkeys. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science [AALAS] Meeting Official Program, 117 (Abstract).

Grooming and aggression in captive Japanese macaques

This study investigated the relations between allogrooming and aggression in a captive group of Japanese macaques (Macaca fuscata). Our aim was to test whether evidence of an interchange between allogrooming and a reduction in aggression could be identified at a...

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Schino, G., Ventura, R., Troisi, A. 2005. Grooming and aggression in captive Japanese macaques. Primates 46(3), 207-209.

The role of social environment on training success in female rhesus macaques

Subjects were trained to touch a target. The singly caged [female] monkeys reliably touched the target in fewer training session that pair housed individuals.

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Tully, L. A., Coleman, K. 2005. The role of social environment on training success in female rhesus macaques. American Journal of Primatology 66(Supplement), 98 (Abstract).

The role of two serotonin pathway gene polymorphisms in self-injurious behavior in singley housed Macaca mulatta

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Tiefenbacher, S., Newman, T. K., Davenport, M. D. et al. 2005. The role of two serotonin pathway gene polymorphisms in self-injurious behavior in singley housed Macaca mulatta. American Journal of Primatology 66(Supplement), 91 (Abstract).

Rate of floating limb activity at WANPRC varies by sex, age, project assignment, and, in Macaca nemestrina, by origin

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Bentson, K. L., Bellanca, R. U., Crockett, C. M. 2006. Rate of floating limb activity at WANPRC varies by sex, age, project assignment, and, in Macaca nemestrina, by origin. American Journal of Primatology 68(Supplement ), 37-38 (Abstract).

Is a swimming pool safe for macaques? A discussion

Experience suggest that the provision of a shallow swimming pool provides an effective, safe environmental enrichment option for macaques.

Year Published: 2006Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Anonymous 2006. Is a swimming pool safe for macaques? A discussion. Laboratory Primate Newsletter 45(3), 13.

Pair formation and reintroduction of temporarily separated partners: A discussion on the Laboratory Animal Refinement & Enrichment Forum

To sum up, it seems advisable to monitor the reintroduction of temporarily separated partners very carefully, and if possible, to allow the animals to first recognize each other before they are reunited as a pair. There is no good reason...

Year Published: 2006Topics: Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Anonymous 2006. Pair formation and reintroduction of temporarily separated partners: A discussion on the Laboratory Animal Refinement & Enrichment Forum. Laboratory Primate Newsletter 45(1), 11-12.

Methods for successfully pair housing adult male rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta)

The successful same-sex pairing of 34 male rhesus macaques is described. Animals were socialized in different age combinations, consisting of adult/adult, adult/sub-adult, and adult/juvenile. .. The pairs started with a clear panel, allowing the animals to see one another, but...

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Abney, D. M., Weed, J. L. 2006. Methods for successfully pair housing adult male rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta). American Journal of Primatology 68(Supplement ), 59 (Abstract).

Group structures and female-female agonism in corral-living groups of pigtailed monkeys (Macaca nemestrina)

Presence of more males limited agonism between females.

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Zucker, E. 2005. Group structures and female-female agonism in corral-living groups of pigtailed monkeys (Macaca nemestrina). American Journal of Primatology 66(Supplement), 105-106 (Abstract).

Refinement of neuroscience procedures using non human primates

It is demonstrated that long-tailed macaques with cranial implants can be group-housed without undue risk. Contrary to initial expectations we have not found any increased incidence in infection due to the presence of other animals or foraging substrate.

Year Published: 2005Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Wolfensohn, S. E., Peters, A. 2005. Refinement of neuroscience procedures using non human primates. Animal Technology and Welfare 4, 49-50.