Vervet (African Green Monkey)

The impossible housing and handling conditions of monkeys in research laboratories

The prevailing housing and handling conditions of monkeys in research institutions is described. The present situation in primate research laboratories strongly suggests that professional judgment is no guarantee that the inhumane housing and handling conditions of laboratory monkeys will ever...

Year Published: 2001Topics: Handling, HousingAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Reinhardt, V. 2001. The impossible housing and handling conditions of monkeys in research laboratories. IPPL [International Protection League] News 28(2), 5-7.

Prima hedrons, puzzle feeders and television as environmental enrichment forcaptive African Green Monkeys

The prima hedrons had no significant effect on any of the behaviours investigated. These were infrequently used as objects for playing, resting or observation. In contrast, the puzzle feeders were frequently used by the youngsters and avoided by the adult...

Year Published: 2001Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Plesker, R., Herzog, A. 2001. Prima hedrons, puzzle feeders and television as environmental enrichment forcaptive African Green Monkeys. Primate Eye 74, 4 (Abstract).

Sex differences in response to children’s toys in nonhuman primates (Cercopithecus aethiops sabaeus)

Males appeared to prefer 'masculine' toys (e.g., trucks) and females 'feminine' toys (e.g., dolls).

Year Published: 2002Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Alexander, G. M., Hines, M. 2002. Sex differences in response to children's toys in nonhuman primates (Cercopithecus aethiops sabaeus). Evolution of Human Behavior 23, 467-479.

Mirrors as enrichment for monkeys

We have a mirror for every single-cage, plus enough for at least one per pen in our group-housing facilities. Over 700 of our 950 monkeys now have access to a mirror (Bio-Serv, Monkey Shine Mirror). They have been hung for...

Year Published: 2002Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Harris, H. G. 2002. Mirrors as enrichment for monkeys. Laboratory Animal Refinement and Enrichment Forum (electronic discussion group), November 13, 2002.

Visiting the vervets: Cheap and easy enrichment

Vervet monkeys benefit from such exposure [to visitors] since visitors priovide visual stimulation and thus encourage natural behaviours.

Year Published: 2003Topics: Environmental EnrichmentAnimal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Barr, D., Plain, J. 2003. Visiting the vervets: Cheap and easy enrichment. Animal Keepers' Forum 29(9), 369-374.

Fluoxetine decreases stereotypic behavior in primates

Stereotypic behaviors in captive vervets gradually and partially decrease in response to administration of an SSRI, paralleling research on human anxiety symptoms. Further research on animal stereotypies may be useful in providing appropriate veterinary care, and in exploring the underlying...

Year Published: 2003Animal Type: Nonhuman Primate, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Hugo, C. 2003. Fluoxetine decreases stereotypic behavior in primates. Progress in Neuro-Psychopharmacology and Biological Psychiatry 27(4), 639-643.

Guidelines for the Care and Use of Mammals in Neuroscience and Behavioral Research

Expanding on the National Research Council's Guide for the Care and Use of Laboratory Animals, this book deals specifically with mammals in neuroscience and behavioral research laboratories. It offers flexible guidelines for the care of these animals, and guidance on...

Year Published: 2003Topics: Regulations & Ethical Review, Welfare AssessmentAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Cat, Chimpanzee, Chinchilla, Dog, Ferret, Gerbil, Guinea Pig, Hamster, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Mouse, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Other Rodent, Owl Monkey, Pig, Rabbit, Rat, Rodent, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: National Research Council. 2003. Guidelines for the Care and Use of Mammals in Neuroscience and Behavioral Research. National Academic Press: Washington, DC, 223 pp.

Policy on the Care and Use of Non-Human Primates for Scientific Purposes

Year Published: 2003Topics: Regulations & Ethical ReviewAnimal Type: Baboon, Capuchin, Chimpanzee, Lemur, Macaque, Marmoset, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Owl Monkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: National Health and Medical Research Council [NHMRC] Animal Welfare Committee. 2003. Policy on the Care and Use of Non-Human Primates for Scientific Purposes. National Health and Medical Research Council: Canberra, Australia.

Use of space, cage features, and manipulable objects by laboratory primates:individual differences and species variability

Rhesus (74%), longtailed (71%), vervets (94%), and patas (82%) significantly exceeded the expected rate of perch use (25%), while pigtailed (28%) did not differ from expectation. ... The effect of upper or lower tier on being near the cage front...

Year Published: 2003Animal Type: Macaque, Nonhuman Primate, Other Nonhuman Primate, Vervet (African Green Monkey)

Citation: Smith, K., St. Claire, M., Byrum, R. et al. 2003. Use of space, cage features, and manipulable objects by laboratory primates:individual differences and species variability. American Journal of Primatology 60((Supplement)), 76-77 (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.