Zookeeper's Journal > Big Cats > Sumatran Tiger > Sumatran Tiger Enrichment and Training Program
Enrichment Type
Predatory Enrichment
Goal Behaviors Targeted
Behavior #1: an increase in exploration and play and # 3: an increase in predatory and foraging behavior (moving about to look for “prey”; stalking, killing, and consuming of “prey” , where “prey” is acceptable food for the zoo setting )
Set-up
Chicken drumsticks are hung on an aerial zip line.
Data Collection Option 2: Accumulation of daily observations during normal species interaction and maintenance by the keeper and volunteers.
Conclusions
Both females are enthusiastic with this activity, our male is less interested if it is to made to challenging.
Scheduling Recommendations
Popular with visitors, this activity is publicly scheduled for a day and time; know behind the scenes known as ‘Chicken Day!’
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