Other Nonhuman Primate

Post-conflict behaviour of spectacled leaf monkeys (Trachypithecus obscurus)

Studies of postconflict behavior have focused on Old World primates, particularly on members of the cercopithecines and chimpanzees. We present data on patterns of reconciliation in two captive groups of spectacled leaf monkeys, members of the Colobinae. Reconciliation occurred at...

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Arnold, K., Barton, R. A. 2001. Post-conflict behaviour of spectacled leaf monkeys (Trachypithecus obscurus). II. Contact with third parties. International Journal of Primatology 22, 267-286.

Spontaneous tool behaviors in a captive group of gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla): Innovation and observational learning

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

Citation: Woods, S. 2000. Spontaneous tool behaviors in a captive group of gorillas (Gorilla gorilla gorilla): Innovation and observational learning. American Journal of Primatology 51(Supplement), 99 (Abstract).

Increased cage size affects Aotus time budgets and partner distances

Aotes spp. housed in typical, small, laboratory cages appear to be sedentary animals that spend large amounts of time sitting alone or in physical contact with social partners. ... The Aotus, housed as pairs or family groups, were moved from...

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

Citation: Williams, L. E., Steadman, A., Kyser, B. 2000. Increased cage size affects Aotus time budgets and partner distances. American Journal of Primatology 51(Supplement), 98 (Abstract).

Bachelor gorilla introductions: using empirical data in decision-making

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Burks, K. D. 2001. Bachelor gorilla introductions: using empirical data in decision-making. The Apes: Challenges for the 21st Century Conference Proceedings, 67-70.

Managing the socialization of an adult male gorilla (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) with a history of social deprivation

In this study of one male gorilla with a 30-year history of social deprivation, we assessed the rate of aggression quantitatively during a [successful] four-step socialization procedure.

Year Published: 2001Topics: Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Burks, K. D., Bloomsmith, M. A., Forthman, D. L. et al. 2001. Managing the socialization of an adult male gorilla (Gorilla gorilla gorilla) with a history of social deprivation. Zoo Biology 20, 347-358.

An enriched environment

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Bottcher-Law, L. 2001. An enriched environment. In: Management of Lorises in Captivity: A Husbandry Manual for Asian Lorisines (Nycticebus & Loris Ssp.). Fitch-Snyder, H. , Schulze, H. (eds), 80-88. CRES [Center for the Reproduction of Endangered Species], Zoological Society of San Diego, San Diego, CA.

The effect of group size on group cohesion and social behavior in captive western lowland gorillas (Gorilla g. gorilla)

Study subjects included 5 adult males and 16 adult females. A highly significant interaction between group size and sex on the frequency of affiliation, tension, submission, sexual behavior, and social proximity was found. There was no significant interaction effect on...

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Cooper, J. 2001. The effect of group size on group cohesion and social behavior in captive western lowland gorillas (Gorilla g. gorilla). American Journal of Primatology 54(Supplement), 94-95 (Abstract).

Evaluation of the effect of two kinds of screens, installed in their cage, on the social behaviour of a group of red-capped mangabeys (Cercocebus torquatus)

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Jubin, R., Deputte, B. L., Blois, H. C. 2001. Evaluation of the effect of two kinds of screens, installed in their cage, on the social behaviour of a group of red-capped mangabeys (Cercocebus torquatus). Folia Primatologica 72(3), 121-122. (Primate Meeting Abstract)

Feeding gum arabic to New World monkeys: Species differences and palatability

Members of the New World primate generaCallithrixandCebuellahave specialisations for eating plant exudates. Exudates are also an important component of the diets of many other callitrichid species in the wild, especially at times of nutritional stress. Gum arabic is fed daily...

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Herron, S., Price, E., Wormell, D. 2001. Feeding gum arabic to New World monkeys: Species differences and palatability. Animal Welfare 10(3), 249-256.

Eight years of environmental enrichment for Adelaide Zoo’s adult male orangutan

Year Published: 2001Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate

Citation: Harper, P. 2001. Eight years of environmental enrichment for Adelaide Zoo's adult male orangutan. Australian Primatology 15(1), 15-23.