The impact of temperament type on the occurrence of stereotypic behaviour in chinchillas

The aim of the study was to define extent occurrence stereotypic compulsive behaviour in chinchillas (biting cage, licking paws, fur chewing, aimless running around cage) depending on displayed character type (temperament). Thirty were assigned three (temperament) groups basis a behavioural test. conclusion analysis that not displaying any signs fear or hyper-excitability spent least time behaviour. More timid individuals most frequently oral compulsion such as paw whereas hyperactive ones observed aimlessly run cage. It concluded animal's disposition significantly influenced amount repetitive (P ≤ 0.01), and also day frequency biting cage bars 0.05). group III manifested analysed mainly during night time, remaining two intensity studied traits more diversified both night. Additionally, positive correlation found between behaviours.