Wild mice actually enjoy running on exercise wheels

Thu, 24 Jul 2014 03:03:30 +1000

Andrew Pam <xanni [at] glasswings.com.au>

Andrew Pam
<http://www.theguardian.com/science/grrlscientist/2014/may/21/wild-mice-exercise-wheels-behaviour-stereotypy-neurosis>

"Findings dispel the idea that wheel running is a product of captivity,
indicative of a neurotic or repetitive stereotyped behaviour that may be
associated with poor welfare"

Sometimes even wild animals like to use a public running wheel.

Via Muse.

Share and enjoy,
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