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The Silky Capture Bag

An innovative solution designed for the safe and stress-free capture of small to medium-sized mammals, birds, and reptiles.
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About The Silky Capture Bag

Capturing animals is often causing lots of stress to both animals and their caretakers. In a collaborative effort our team consisting of Peter Prodromou, Simone Karlowski, her workplace Zoo Dortmund and their friends from the zoo-communities worked very hard to find an additional way for certain capture situations by moving away from the traditional net to a different material.

Our Silky Animal Capturebag is an innovative solution designed for the safe and stress-free capture of small to medium-sized mammals, birds, and reptiles.

With carefully selected lightweight fabric it shows an optimal balance between durability and flexibility, reducing the risk of injury or entanglement. The smooth surface prevents animals from getting caught by their claws or limbs, making it especially beneficial for birds by protecting their delicate feathers. The opaque material helps minimize stress by shielding the animal from external visual stimuli, allowing it to remain calmer during handling but still giving the user enough sight to know where the animal is inside the bag.

A key feature of the design is its open-bottom structure, working for seamless transfer into crates and also giving new training possibilities. A special closing mechanism allows secure containment without requiring direct contact with the bag or twisting, for both: safety and ease of use.

The Silky Animal Capturebag represents modern animal capture where necessary. It is offering a practical, gentle, and effective approach for handling many species.

1-2-1 products and devices should only be used by trained professionals.

Silky Capture Bag Specifications

Animals Usage

The Silky Capture Bag can be used for capturing the following animals:

  • Small to medium sized primates for example callithrichids, squirrel monkeys, sakis, lemurs, owl monkeys, slow loris, mangabeys, colobus, etc.
  • Small to medium sized carnivores for example mongoose, kinkajou, racoon, skunk, ferrets, otters, etc.
  • Reptiles for example different snakes species, squamate reptiles like iguanas, monitor lizards, etc.
  • Bats and Flying Foxes
  • Birds for example parrots, cockatoo, ducks, pigeons, raven, passerini, magpie, seagull, small to mid raptors, ibis, hornbill, etc.

The Silky Capture Bag has a similar use case to our Window Capture Bag, but due to the lighter material it’s more suitable for bird species and smaller mammals.

Features
  • Lightweight & Tear-Resistant Fabric: Ensures durability while maintaining a soft and lightweight structure. Smooth Surface Design: Prevents entanglement, making it ideal for species with claws or delicate feathers.
  • Opaque Material for Stress Reduction: Blocks external visual stimuli, keeping the captured animal calmer.
  • Closing Mechanism: Secures the animal inside the bag without the need for twisting or excessive handling.
  • Integrated Ventilation Panel: Provides airflow while also offering a climbing surface for trained animals.
  • Ergonomic Construction: Features a rust-free aluminium frame, non-slip foam handle.
  • Padded edges: To prevent capture-related injuries on animal´s limbs or wings.
  • Detachable: Bag can be easily taken on and off the frame by velcro attachment.
  • Washable & Reusable: Designed for long-term use in professional environments.
  • Proven Performance: Successfully tested with over 60 animal species across multiple years of development.
Measurements
  • Total Length: 107 cm (42”)
  • Length of pole: 69 cm (27”)
  • Length of bag: 97 cm (38”)
  • Width of bag: 38 cm (15”) x 38 cm (15”)
  • Total Weight: 900 grams (2lbs)
Testing Process

To learn more about the development of this product, please read Testing of different synthetic materials.

Silky Capture Bag Videos


Enquire

If you have any questions about our Silky Capture Bag or would like to discuss your specific requirements, don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Tel: +44 (0) 7720 295 275
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