Squirrel Monkey

Two enrichment devices for Saimiri sciureus

Two enrichment devices [suspended chain and rings placed on cage floor] were successfully introduced to singly-caged male squirrel monkeys to increase cage complexity.

Year Published: 1991Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Adams, B. W., Olsen, M. C. 1991. Two enrichment devices for Saimiri sciureus. American Association for Laboratory Animal Science Bulletin 30(4), 23 (Abstract).

Sociophysiology of well-being in nonhuman primates

We have found, for example, that formation of same-sex groups of squirrel monkeys is rarely accompanied by injurious aggression. Once unisexual groups have stabilized, formation of larger heterosexual groups generally proceeds smoothly (p. 347). [Group formation procedure is not described.]...

Year Published: 1991Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Mendoza, S. P. 1991. Sociophysiology of well-being in nonhuman primates. Laboratory Animal Science 41, 344-349.

An alternative method for primate perch installation

Modification of squeeze cages is described allowing the installation of a perch that does not interfere with the normal operation of the cage.

Year Published: 1991Topics: Environmental Enrichment, HousingAnimal Type: Capuchin, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Reinhardt, V., Pape, R. 1991. An alternative method for primate perch installation. Lab Animal 20(8), 47-48.

Observations on the benefit of environmental enrichment when group housing male squirrel monkeys

Year Published: 1991Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Thornhill, A. 1991. Observations on the benefit of environmental enrichment when group housing male squirrel monkeys. Institute of Animal Technology Congress Proceedings, 28 (Abstract).

Technical note: A primatrail or an inexpensive cage expansion for group housing small primates

An inexpensive method for converting standard laboratory cages into colony units for housing small primate species is described. In addition to increasing the volume of space available to the animals, this system also provides a complex of climbing, running, jumping,...

Year Published: 1991Topics: Environmental Enrichment, HousingAnimal Type: Capuchin, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Salzen, E. A., Marriott, B. M. 1991. Technical note: A primatrail or an inexpensive cage expansion for group housing small primates. Journal of Medical Primatology 20(2), 94-96.

Two squirrel monkey toys

We describe two enrichment devices [suspended chain and rings placed on cage floor] successfully introduced to singly-caged male squirrel monkeys to increase cage complexity and foster manipulative activities.

Year Published: 1992Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Adams, B. W., Adair, E. R., Olsen, M. C. et al. 1992. Two squirrel monkey toys. Laboratory Primate Newsletter 31(4), 11-12.

Large colonies vs. small colonies

An enrichment program for single-housed macaques and squirrel monkeys is outlined. It is important to recognize that visual contact between incompatible conspecifics can lead to problems such as anorexia and stereotypic behavior. Therefore our caregivers and veterinary staff pay close...

Year Published: 1992Topics: Environmental Enrichment, Social Housing & CompanionshipAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Lipman, N. S. 1992. Large colonies vs. small colonies. In: Implementation Strategies for Research Animal Well-Being: Institutional Compliance With Regulations. Krulisch, L. (ed), 145-150. Scientist Center for Animal Welfare and WARDS, Bethesda, MD.

Use of positive behavioral techniques in primates for husbandry and enrichment

Primates, as a group, offer great opportunities for positive reinforcement work.

Year Published: 1992Topics: Animal TrainingAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Laule, G. E. 1992. Use of positive behavioral techniques in primates for husbandry and enrichment. The Newsletter 3(4), 1-2.

Vegetables as dietary enrichment for Saimiri

In all cases vegetables were consumed quickly, with celery and bell peppers being the preferred vegetables, followed closely by squash. String beans required more effort to eat and were usually the last to be eaten. ... This study indicates that...

Year Published: 1992Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Williams, L. E., Palughi, P. J., Cushman, A. et al. 1992. Vegetables as dietary enrichment for Saimiri. American Journal of Primatology 27, 63-64 (Abstract).

Tips for handling small primates

Small primates, such as squirrel monkeys, can easily be trained or conditioned to obey simple commands. Training techniques are not described. No data are included in this article.

Year Published: 1992Topics: Animal Training, HandlingAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey

Citation: Rudd, P. 1992. Tips for handling small primates. Contemporary Topics in Laboratory Animal Science 31(5), 45.