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5 substrate types
- Base gravel
- crusher dust
- river sand
- washed sand
- crushed shale
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Describe base gravel and crusher dust
- Base gravel = packs very well for firm base, good drainage. Hard to rake and can get dusty
- Crusher dust = packs well and unites to form hard surface, if under roof can get very dry and dusty.
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Describe crushed shale as a substrate
- Extremely decorative and expensive
- mud free walkways
- does not pack well together
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Describe river sand and washed sand
- River sand = Not processed, still has silt component. good when rain can keep it moist. good appearance, low maintenance and low odors. subject to digging. weeds establish quickly.
- Washed sand = clean attractice, most silt removed. dries quickly and tends to become hot.does not pack, tends to be pushed aside by active animals
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What is an aggregrate supplier?
They stock sands and gravel landscape rock and all the substrates etc etc
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Landscaping shops stock?
Topsoil, clay, specialty sands, sod etc
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Most adaptable power equipment a zookeeper has for landscaping?
- Bobcat and its different attachments.
- like augers, spades and digging attachments
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Most useful tool for moving large rocks and pallets?
Front end loader
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Its always important for evaluate materials in enclosures for?
- Safety to keepers, animals and the public
- durability
- aesthetics
- cost
- ease of maintenance
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2 major things to always incorporate into enclosures
- Restraint devices
- rear keeper access
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Wheel barrow nload should always be carried over the?
bulk of weight over the wheel
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Thorn bearing and spiny species can be useful for what?
Barring people from entering areas they might be at risk
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basic requisites of plants
- Water
- light
- nutrients
- substrate
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Should plants be on the north side of a building?
NO not enough light
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Are zookeepers responsible for designing most zoo exhibits?
No
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Are base gravel and crusher dust suitable for exterior walkways? What about washed sand?
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Cutoff saws are designed for cutting?
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Does crushed shale get muddy when rained on?
No
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Assuming the zoo has decided to create a new exhibit and you as a keeper will be involved, what are 3 guidelines you might follow?
- Assess size, contour, and access to the exhibit at the proposed site
- Research natural history of animal to be exhibited
- Share your findings with all zoo staff and request their input
- Consult all regulatory bodies
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General name for nutrients to be added to the soil?
Fertilizer
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