The effects of increased space, complexity and choice, together with their loss, on the behavior of a family group of Callithrix jacchus: A case study (2007)

Badihi, I., Morris, K., Buchanan-Smith, H. M.

Abstract

In conclusion, enhanced levels of space, complexity and choice may have a positiveinfluence on the behavior of family-housed marmosets. Moreover, the loss of a larger and more complex enclosure might have detrimental effects on the behavior and the social interactions of family-housed marmosets. Therefore, it is essential to consider these possibly harmful effects of loss of complexity and choice when designing enrichment programs for captive primates.