Social and environmental influences on the welfare of zoo-housed spider monkeys (Ateles geoffroyi rufiventris)

The aim of this thesis was to provide a better understanding of the needs of spider monkeys (genus: Ateles) kept in zoological parks in order to provide an appropriate environment, which enhances the physical and emotional wellbeing of the individuals. This series of studies adopted primarily a phys...

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Main Author: Davis, Nicolas
Other Authors: Schaffner, Colleen
Published: University of Chester 2009
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.526896