Nonhuman Primate

Enrichment Program for Lemurs

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

Citation: Flores, J. P. 2006. Enrichment Program for Lemurs. Shape of Enrichment 15, 3.

Introduction of a stranger into a group of Macaca sylvanus at Parco Natura Viva, Italy

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Fistarol, L., Grassi, D., Spiezio, C. 2006. Introduction of a stranger into a group of Macaca sylvanus at Parco Natura Viva, Italy. Folia Primatologica 77(4), 271. (Primate Meeting Abstract)

Assessing social compatibility in a newly formed all-male group of white-crowned mangabeys (Cercocebus atys lunulatus)

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Fabregas, M., Guillen-Salazar, F., Martin-Carrera, O. 2006. Assessing social compatibility in a newly formed all-male group of white-crowned mangabeys (Cercocebus atys lunulatus). Folia Primatologica 77(4), 310-311. (Primate Meeting Abstract)

A non-invasive method for studying an index of pupil diameter and visual performance in the rhesus monkey

Animals were trained to co-operate with a novel device, which enabled eye movements to be recorded using modified human eye-tracking equipment, and to perform a task which determined visual threshold contrast. The method obviates the need for invasive surgery and,...

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Fairhall, S. J., Dickson, C. A., Scott, L. et al. 2006. A non-invasive method for studying an index of pupil diameter and visual performance in the rhesus monkey. Journal of Medical Primatology 35(2).

Successful formation and husbandry of an all-male group of western lowland gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) at Louisville Zoo’s Gorilla Forest

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

Citation: Elsner, R. 2006. Successful formation and husbandry of an all-male group of western lowland gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) at Louisville Zoo's Gorilla Forest. American Zoo And Aquarium Association [AZA] Annual Conference Proceedings, 1-8.

Effectiveness of four types of feeders as enrichment devices for singly-housed rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta)

We conclude that feeders are most effective when novelty is maintained.

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

Citation: Durcik, A. M., Glover, E. J., Grassi, C. 2006. Effectiveness of four types of feeders as enrichment devices for singly-housed rhesus macaques (Macaca mulatta). International Journal of Primatology 27(Supplement), 277 (Abstract).

Retrospective evaluation of pair-housing juvenile and adult cynomolgus macaques in a pharmaceutical environment

Our experience and data suggest that pair formation in juvenile and adult cynomolgus male and female macaques has been successful and has allowed us to provide social housing in a pharmaceutical environment.

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: McLean, M., Morris, J., Watson, E. et al. 2006. Retrospective evaluation of pair-housing juvenile and adult cynomolgus macaques in a pharmaceutical environment. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science [AALAS] Meeting Official Program, 148 (Abstract).

Comparison of different enzyme-immunoassays for assessment of adrenocortical activity in primates based on fecal analysis

The overall aim of the present study was to assess the validity of four enzyme-immunoassays (EIAs) using antibodies raised against cortisol, corticosterone, and reduced cortisol metabolites (two group-specific antibodies) for assessing adrenocortical activity using fecal glucocorticoid metabolite (GCM) measurements in...

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Chimpanzee, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Heistermann, M., Palme, R., Ganswindt, A. 2006. Comparison of different enzyme-immunoassays for assessment of adrenocortical activity in primates based on fecal analysis. Americal Journal of Primatology 68(3), 257-273.

Effects of three food enrichment items on the behavior of black lemurs (Eulemur macaco macaco) and ringtail lemurs (Lemur catta) at the Henson Robinson Zoo, Springfield, Illinois.

The lemurs' behavior appeared [sic] to be most affected by the food enrichment item that required the most manipulation.

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Lemur, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Maloney, M. A., Meiers, S. T., White, J. et al. 2006 . Effects of three food enrichment items on the behavior of black lemurs (Eulemur macaco macaco) and ringtail lemurs (Lemur catta) ath the Henson Robinson Zoo, Springfield, Illinois. Journal of Applied Animal Welfare Science 9, 111-127.

An improved restraint device for injections and collection of samples from marmosets

A restraint tube for marmosets is described. Marmosets who are habituated to the device do not alarm vocalize, nor do they struggle. They appear relaxed in posture and inquisitive, and will take a food reward at the end.

Year Published: 2006Animal Type: Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Greig, I., Morris, K. D., Mathiesen, E. et al. 2006. An improved restraint device for injections and collection of samples from marmosets. Laboratory Primate Newsletter 45(2), 1-5.