BIOBED FOR MEDIUM INCLOSURES
BIOBED FOR WARTHOGS
Aalborg Zoo has recently introduced BIOBED in both the outdoor and indoor enclosures for their warthogs, with impressive results. After a short adjustment period, the warthogs quickly settled into their new bedding, which offers them fresh opportunities for engagement and natural behavior.
The organic composition of BIOBED closely mimics the warthogs' natural habitat, encouraging them to dig, forage, and explore. This provides mental stimulation and physical activity, enhancing their overall well-being. Indoors, BIOBED creates a firm yet yielding mattress-like surface, ensuring the animals always have a comfortable layer of bedding that prevents them from lying directly on the concrete floor.
The combination of enrichment, comfort, and a natural environment makes BIOBED an ideal choice for supporting the health and happiness of warthogs in both indoor and outdoor settings. Aalborg Zoo is pleased with the improvements and the positive impact BIOBED has had on their animals' quality of life.
In addition to using it for their warthogs, Aalborg Zoo also uses BIOBED for a wide range of animals:
- Pygmy pigs
- Zebras
- Kudus
- Tapirs
- Anteaters
- Armadillos
BIOBED IN ACTION
Here are some insights and recommendations on how you can use BIOBED for your savannah animals.
1. START UP
Spread the BIOBED bedding in an even layer i the animal enclosure or stable. The thickness largely depends on the size of the animal using it. The organic texture of the bedding provides a firm but yeilding bottom layer.
2. REMOVE FECES
Remove wet spots and feces regularly and refill with fresh BIOBED as needed. How much You will need to refill depends on the animal and off course the size of the enclosure.
3. HEALTHY BOTTUM LAYER
The bedding will shortly be stamped into a firm 'mattres' while the top layer will dry up quickly and remain loose in texture.
4. LONG LASTING
The bedding will form a long lasting bioactive bottum, as long as it remains somewhat moist. The microorganisms will continuesly break down the organic material from the animals.
