Abstract
The Kinkajou Potos flavus (Carnivora: Procyonidae) is a nocturnal, arboreal species that feeds opportunistically, mostly on fruits and insects. The implications for the management of these aspects of the ecology of P. flavus in captivity have received little attention in the literature. Captive Kinkajous often show stereotypic behaviour, indicating sub‐optimal welfare and probably reflecting insufficient opportunity to display important aspects of natural behaviour. This study assessed the individual and additive effects of complex feeders and scented cloths as enrichment for a pair of Kinkajous at Newquay Zoo. Feeding enrichment, alone and in combination with scented cloths, elicited most positive active behaviours and space utilization, and least stereotypic and inactive behaviours. Food provision requiring species‐typical exploration and manipulation may improve the welfare and educational value of Kinkajous.
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