Artificial Animals/Decoys
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Description:
A variety of artificial animals (decoys, toys/stuffed animals, piņatas, etc.) can be used to stimulate natural contra-species interactions (territorial or breeding displays, predator-prey responses, general curiosity & investigation)
Materials:
Variety: waterfowl decoys lawn art (flamingos, rabbits, etc.), deer hunting targets, rubber snakes, pigeon 'guards' (owls), life-like piņatas, realistic stuffed animals
Assembly Notes:
N/A
Safety Concerns:
Can be placed out of reach but within viewing distance of destructive species
Monitor stress and flight responses accordingly
Comments:
This is a great enrichment option out of the norm which has had great success with animal interest and reactions