Have you ever
wondered why some of the animals have balls, spinner toys and other items in
their exhibits? This is called enrichment and it is an important part of caring
for the animals at the zoo. Enrichment can be offered in a variety of different
ways and zookeepers use novelty foods, sounds, smells, boxes, bags, and toys to
provide activities that excite all the senses. Environmental enrichment
encourages animals to use their natural abilities and behaviors to interact
with their environment.
Visit Franklin Park Zoo on July 26 and
discover why enrichment is so important. Throughout the day, guests will have
the opportunity to see many of the animals receive enrichment items made
especially for them.
Visit www.zoonewengland.org/enrichment to learn more about the zoo’s enrichment program!
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