Wild Vs Captive Diets

Question 1

Key differences of both diets

Answer 1

~live feeding is illegal in captivity in the UK
~regularity of food
~activity levels of individuals is lower in captivity
~food is processed/prepared in captivity
~feeding strategies

Question 2

Factors to consider

Answer 2

~visitors/public perception 
~age 
~life stage
~activity levels
~health
~source of food/longevity (how long it lasts)
~laws and legislation

Question 3

Feeding strategies?

Answer 3

~All animals daily intake monitored=no competition
~scatter feeding
~carcass feeding-carnivores only!
~using enrichment items
~artificial browsing stations-herbivores only!