Permanent URL to this publication: http://dx.doi.org/10.5167/uzh-3416
Clauss, M; Aufranc, R; Hatt, J M (2008). Feeding and faeces consistency of South American tapir (Tapirus terrestris) at Zurich Zoo. Zoologische Garten, 77:297-302.
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Abstract
The tapir feeding regime at Zurich Zoo was changed from a diet dominated by fruits, vegetables and bread, to a roughage diet based on lucerne hay. Animals became more active, and their faeces consistency improved markedly, so that it now resembles that of free-ranging animals.
| Item Type: | Journal Article, refereed, original work |
|---|---|
| Communities & Collections: | 05 Vetsuisse Faculty > Veterinary Clinic > Department of Small Animals > Clinic for Zoo Animals, Exotic Pets and Wildlife |
| DDC: | 570 Life sciences; biology 630 Agriculture |
| Language: | German |
| Date: | 2008 |
| Deposited On: | 03 Sep 2008 11:19 |
| Last Modified: | 23 Nov 2012 16:05 |
| Publisher: | Elsevier |
| ISSN: | 0044-5169 |
| Official URL: | http://shop.elsevier.de/zooga |
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