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In the wild, animals spend much of their time hunting for food, building nests and warding off predators. The animals at The Toledo Zoo are provided with the highest quality of care. This means they are fed well balanced diets that include ample amounts of food, they receive regular medical exams, and they are free from predation. Often, that very quality of care can discourage the animals from exercising some of their natural behaviors and talents, since they're no longer necessary. A well-rounded enrichment program can provide the animals with activities that simulate these natural behaviors. More specifically, a well thought out enrichment program can also

* Increase animal activity and exercise

* Decrease the occurrence of stereotypical and other aberrant behavior by directing animal energy into more productive activities

* Provide the animals with choices and control over certain aspects of their environment (what to eat, temperature and lighting gradients, whom to interact with, etc.)

* Improve breeding success and conservation efforts by housing animals in appropriate social groups that allow for normal physical and psychological development

* Increase visitor appreciation by displaying animals in stimulating and naturalistic environments, allowing guests to view the animals in situations that mimic those of their wild counterparts.

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