Peanuts in Shell 1 kg
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- Whole in-shell peanuts for foraging and gnawing enrichment
- Documented for rodents – manipulation and gnawing component
- Available irradiated upon request
FAQ - Peanuts in Shell 1 kg
Which species are in-shell peanuts documented for?
Which species are in-shell peanuts documented for?
The supplier lists parrots, chipmunks, squirrels and other rodents. The product is commonly used as foraging enrichment for laboratory rodents.
Can the peanuts be supplied irradiated?
Can the peanuts be supplied irradiated?
Yes. In-shell peanuts are available irradiated upon request for facilities with reduced bioburden requirements.
Why offer peanuts in the shell?
Why offer peanuts in the shell?
The shell adds manipulation and gnawing time, extending the foraging behaviour beyond plain consumption.
Product Instructions
Product Instructions
Offer in limited quantities as foraging enrichment, in accordance with facility dietary policy.
Peanuts in Shell are whole in-shell peanuts supplied in a 1 kg pack. The fibrous outer shell is retained.
Documented use
Documented for parrots, chipmunks, squirrels and other rodents as a feed and treat item. In-shell peanuts are also widely used as foraging enrichment in research facilities, where the shell provides an additional manipulation and gnawing element.
Form
Whole in-shell peanuts. As a natural product, size and appearance may vary. Multiple kilos may be packed in one bag if ordered together.
Treatment options
Available irradiated on request for use in barrier-maintained facilities and other settings with reduced bioburden requirements.