Use of flashlights in Old World nonhuman primate health monitoring (2008)

Savane, S.

Abstract

Effective monitoring can be challenging in an environment where nonhuman primates are housed using quad-cages. .. Facility management evaluated the use of flashlights to observe animal in lower-level cages to determine its usefulness in allowing animal care staff to observe animals without the use of squeeze bars. .. Our conclusion is that the use of flashlights enhances the quality of observation and the detection of potential health problems.