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NAL Agricultural Thesaurus
U.S. Department of Agriculture

Concept Breadcrumbs

Fields of Study > animal science > animal husbandry > animal care > environmental enrichment
Animals, Livestock, One Health > animal science > animal husbandry > animal care > environmental enrichment
Preferred Term:

environmental enrichment

Definition:
Modification of the physical environment of animals, especially those in captivity, for the purpose of meeting behavioral needs and improving well-being.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
animal care
Related Concepts:
Entry Terms:
  • environmental enhancement
  • behavioral enrichment
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/9057
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