This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

Enrichment Day at Franklin Park Zoo

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.

Find out what's happening in Jamaica Plainwith free, real-time updates from Patch.



 



Visit www.zoonewengland.org/enrichment
to learn more about the zoo’s enrichment program!

Find out what's happening in Jamaica Plainwith free, real-time updates from Patch.

We’ve removed the ability to reply as we work to make improvements. Learn more here

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?

More from Jamaica Plain