articles on why animals should not be kept in zoos?
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It has been argued that captive breeding isn't always effective, zoos do not provide natural habitats, and that zoos put unnecessary stress on animals. Some studies have shown that reintroduced animals have high mortality rates because they are poorly adapted and lack the skills needed to survive in the wild.
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Zoos save endangered species by bringing them into a safe environment, where they are protected from poachers, habitat loss, starvation, and predators. ... Reputable zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums and are held to high standards for the treatment of their resident animals.
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The second reason animals should be kept in zoos is that they are safer in a zoo than if they were in the wild. In the wild, an animal could attack another animal and kill them. ... The third reason animals should be kept in captivity is because they entertain us. When we go to the circus, we are entertained by animals.
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Zoos present an entirely false view of both the animals themselves, and of the real and very urgent issues facing many species in their natural homes. This new research appears to confirm what we have said for many years. Zoos do not educate nor do they empower or inspire children to become conservationists”.
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Despite their flaws, zoos are simply too important to fail. ... Yet by shrinking their animal populations, zoos could dedicate far more space and resources to a smaller number of highly endangered animals. Exhibits would be smarter, with more focused messaging to teach and inspire visitors.
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But when these animals (or any wild animal) are imprisoned in cages or small enclosures at zoos, they don't get to do the things that are natural and important to them. Instead, animals in zoos are kept in cramped spaces with virtually no privacy and have very few opportunities to exercise or keep their minds active.
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Not only this, if the prime reason of zoos is to protect animals, this could be done in other environments such as wild life parks where the animals have more freedom. ... Zoos are cruel to animals, not similar enough to their natural habitat, and they should be closed down.
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Due in part to unnatural enclosures, animals in zoos are under stress. Animals are often bored and, as a result, some become aggressive and can lash out at other animals or zookeepers.
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The second reason animals should be kept in zoos is that they are safer in a zoo than if they were in the wild. In the wild, an animal could attack another animal and kill them. ... The third reason animals should be kept in captivity is because they entertain us.
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Zoos are inhumane and should be abolished. ... that a zoo animal's behavior is natural. The only way to see how animals really behave is to study them in the wild. Therefore, research is not a reason to have zoos.
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Reasons why people think keeping animals in zoos is bad for their welfare: the animal is deprived of its natural habitat. the animal may not have enough room. ... although animals may live longer lives in zoos than in the wild, they may experience a lower quality of life.
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Another pro of zoos is their role in animal reproduction. Zoos study animal breeding and thanks to them many wild animals in captivity can reproduce. This is particularly important in the case of endangered species.
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As we all are aware of the fact that most of the species are already endangered so need of the hour is to conserve them and zoos provide the perfect habitat for them. By bringing them into a safe environment, feeding them with proper food and with breeding process, a lot of species are saved.
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Zoos can make the visitors happy, but it might not be the same condition as the wild animal's feeling. I trust that zoos are cruel to the faunas. ... Keeping animals in the zoos can save the animals from extinction than let them free in their habitat. In their wild habitat, the animal might be killed by their enemies.
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Reasons why people think keeping animals in zoos is bad for their welfare: the animal is deprived of its natural habitat. the animal may not have enough room. ... animals bred in zoos may become imprinted on human beings rather than members of their own species - this prevents them fully experiencing their true identity.
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Some animal rights activists say zoos are inherently cruel to animals. ... Supporters of zoos say they are necessary for animal conservation. In addition to raising awareness, many zoos also rehabilitate injured wildlife and save species in danger of extinction.
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Reasons why people think keeping animals in zoos is bad for their welfare: the animal is deprived of its natural habitat. the animal may not have enough room. the animal is deprived of its natural social structure and companionship.