Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4(4), P. 751 - 762
Published: Nov. 28, 2023
Zoos
represent
a
social
construct,
whose
form
is
influenced
by
societal
development.
During
the
20th
and
at
beginning
of
21st
century,
they
have
been
transformed
from
assembled
collections
to
internationally
managed
insurance
(ex
situ)
populations,
these
transformations
required
some
changes
in
taxa
numbers
composition.
Previous
studies
already
identified
trend
reducing
number
kept
zoos
worldwide.
The
aim
present
study
verify
this
Europe
more
detail
therefore
identify
richness
mammalian
1959
2016
same
set
67
European
while
considering
their
opening
period
(before
1900
1900–1960)
location
with
respect
former
Iron
Curtain
(Eastern
vs.
Western
Bloc).
There
was
no
significant
decrease
richness;
on
contrary,
there
increase
for
Eastern
Bloc
zoos.
opened
before
those
Bloc.
These
results
demonstrate
that
declined
extent
decline
mostly
concerns
older
historically
reached
different
stage
This
suggests
not
subject
trends
uniformly
should
apply
appropriate
strategies
when
facing
future
(not
only
conservation)
challenges.
bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory),
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: May 5, 2024
Abstract
The
exotic
pet
trade
is
a
global
industry
with
considerable
implications
for
range
of
taxa
and
stakeholders.
scale
the
means
it
receives
coverage
in
both
popular
scientific
media,
some
narratives
may
receive
more
attention
than
others.
As
these
media
play
an
important
role
shaping
public
opinion,
policy,
legislation,
we
should
consider
acknowledge
biases
language
use
when
reporting
on
trade.
We
320
peer-reviewed
journal
articles,
191
newspaper
articles
between
2001
2020
to
investigate
frequency
use,
citation
rate,
language-use
across
framing
categories
taxonomic
foci
within
media-types.
Our
results
suggest
consistent
media-types,
highlighting
limitations
both.
Aspects
welfare
were
underrepresented
relative
other
framings,
but
was
most
common
focus
articles.
If
develop
into
ethical,
sustainable,
economically
beneficial
sector,
then
reassessing
our
narratives,
improving
knowledge
flow,
encouraging
interdisciplinary
comprehensive
debates
field
will
be
essential
parts
process.
Theriogenology Wild,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
3, P. 100047 - 100047
Published: Jan. 1, 2023
Zoos
play
a
vital
role
in
conservation
with
an
overall
aim
of
preserving
species,
such
as
the
okapi
(Okapi
johnstoni),
from
extinction.
To
ensure
species
survival,
sustainable
ex-situ
populations
are
required,
and
therefore
understanding
reproductive
status
individuals
is
important
for
population
management.
In
this
study,
oestrous
cycles
gestations
four
(n=7
pregnancies)
were
monitored
through
non-invasive
faecal
sampling
methods
to
quantify
progestagen
oestrogen
metabolites.
Baseline
criteria
determining
was
developed
using
approximately
20
months
each
two
non-pregnant
females,
before
being
applied
pre-
early
conception
data.
Pre-conception
characterised
females
luteal
phase
(mean
±
SD)
8.47
1.41
days
(n=59)
inter-luteal
7.38
±1.67
(n=58),
average
cycle
length
15.83
±2.02
(n=54
full
only).
Observed
all
metabolite
peaks
occurred
at
beginning
metabolites
decreasing.
Gestation
confirmed
when
concentrations
remained
least
days,
remaining
level
first
120
gestation
without
return
baseline
values.
A
secondary
increase
around
150
lasted
until
parturition.
These
data
demonstrate
that
exhibit
similar
other
members
giraffidae
family,
oestrogens
time
indicating
ovulation
occurs
while
progestagens
still
elevated.
Furthermore,
we
have
shown
routine
sample
collection
hormone
monitoring,
can
be
within
trimester,
which
benefit
management
populations.
Environmental Education Research,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
30(2), P. 153 - 169
Published: June 22, 2023
Unsustainable
palm
oil
production
is
having
a
devastating
impact
on
biodiversity
in
producing
countries
Southeast
Asia.
Certification
schemes
for
sustainable
have
the
potential
to
reduce
these
impacts.
The
ubiquity
of
processed
foods
found
supermarkets
challenge
that
requires
intervention
at
policy
level
and
with
consumers
through
increasing
public
knowledge
problem
awareness
alternatives.
Zoos
are
increasingly
demonstrating
their
role
multifaceted
conservation
issues
across
range
audiences.
This
paper
describes
evaluation
repeat-engagement
outreach
programme
delivered
7–11
year
old
children
UK
schools
by
zoo
educators.
We
conducted
mixed-method
study
using
before-after
control-treatment
surveys
examine
relationship
between
participation
participants'
oil,
sustainability,
analysis
indicated
improvements
understanding
as
issue,
how
where
identify
consumer
products.
also
smaller
improvement
sustainability.
discuss
findings
context
zoo-led
education,
its
Target-16
post-2020
Global
Biodiversity
Framework.
Animals,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
14(2), P. 309 - 309
Published: Jan. 19, 2024
This
study
examines
the
Japanese
zoo
staff’s
initial
skepticism
and
bewilderment
regarding
animal
welfare
environmental
enrichment
in
mid-1990s.
Utilizing
a
2001
questionnaire
conducted
by
Association
of
Zoos
Aquariums
existing
literature
reveals
that
this
resistance
stemmed
from
inadequate
information,
cultural
history,
legal
perspectives
on
care.
Specifically,
was
initially
misunderstood
as
an
exhibition
strategy,
partly
due
to
post-WWII
trends
mobile
zoos
views
animals
non-sentient
under
Japan’s
Animal
Protection
Law.
The
research
highlights
early
hurdles
adopting
non-Western
settings,
aiming
provide
insights
for
other
regions
dealing
with
similar
transitional
challenges.
It
also
addresses
misperceptions
about
context
empathetic
relationships
professional
ethics
zoology,
offering
into
facing
issues.
Additionally,
paper
discusses
progression
practices
related
managerial
challenges,
acknowledging
institutional
factors.
Despite
regional
differences,
aims
contribute
understanding
improving
universal
acceptance
application
welfare.
CABI eBooks,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown, P. 153 - 165
Published: Feb. 27, 2024
It
is
common
for
zoos
in
the
UK
to
offer
opportunities
visitors
interact
with
animals
form
of
'Meet
and
Greet'
(M&G)
experiences;
which
may
include
feeding,
petting
posing
photographs.
There
limited
research
investigating
impact
these
experiences
on
or
people
involved,
particularly
terms
messages
they
send
public.
This
chapter
reviews
existing
literature
M&Gs
recommend
priorities
future
research.
The
authors
suggest
that
are
given
insufficient
guidance
should
public
how
achieve
this.
Five
potential
wrong
could
inadvertently
be
sending
by
advertising
M&Gs,
consequences
discussed.
Future
explore
general
perceive
offered
zoos,
depending
what
involve
advertised,
so
can
make
informed
decisions
reduce
likelihood
message
Global Ecology and Conservation,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
51, P. e02890 - e02890
Published: March 11, 2024
Environmental
pollution
is
widespread
and
poses
significant
risks
to
both
human
populations
diverse
animal
species.
As
part
of
conservation
initiatives,
many
endangered
animals
are
housed
in
zoos
breeding
centers
close
activities,
potentially
exposing
them
health
threats
arising
from
envrionmental
contamination.
By
analyzing
non-invasive
fecal
samples
13
Chinese
zoos,
we
assessed
total
mercury
(THg)
methylmercury
(MeHg)
exposure
two
non-human
primate
species:
the
species
golden
snub-nosed
monkey
(Rhinopithecus
roxellana),
most
widely
distributed
rhesus
macaque
(Macaca
mulatta).
The
concentration
THg
monkeys
(median:
71.8
ng/g,
range:
11.2
200.0
n
=
71)
was
significantly
higher
than
that
macaques
17.5
7.4
409.0
98).
No
differences
were
observed
MeHg
MeHg%
between
these
Age
sex
did
not
predict
mercury.
Among
adults,
Approximately
85%
sampled
individuals
exhibited
hazard
quotient
(HQ)
values
exceeding
1,
indicating
a
risk
captive
populations.
average
HQ
for
2.98
±
1.68
(range:
0.46
–
8.21,
43),
while
1.84
1.64
0.61
12.49,
71).
Our
finding
suggest
efforts
primates
may
be
compromised
by
Hg
pollution,
particularly
monkeys.
Further
investigation
ongoing
biomonitoring
an
ecotoxicological
perspective,
crucial
ensuring
Veterinary medicine and science,
Journal Year:
2024,
Volume and Issue:
unknown
Published: April 30, 2024
Ethical
concerns
surrounding
the
existence
of
zoos
have
recently
come
to
fore.
Some
argue
for
complete
phasing-out
zoos,
citing
about
limitations
they
impose
on
animal
liberty
and
dignity,
coupled
with
perceived
minimal
benefits
both
humans
animals.
However,
these
arguments
tend
downplay
potential
value
that
offer
in
terms
human
enjoyment,
educational
opportunities,
research
initiatives,
conservation
efforts.
Moreover,
overlook
other
significant
provide
such
as
positive
impact
human-animal
interactions
opportunities
appreciate
nature’s
beauty.
Finally,
zoo
critics
often
emphasize
negative
effects
animals
while
neglecting
substantial
efforts
made
by
toward
welfare
implementation.
By
accurately
recognizing
multifaceted
values
can
ensuring
highest
standards
care,
a
strong
case
be
their
continued
importance.
Journal of Zoological and Botanical Gardens,
Journal Year:
2023,
Volume and Issue:
4(4), P. 751 - 762
Published: Nov. 28, 2023
Zoos
represent
a
social
construct,
whose
form
is
influenced
by
societal
development.
During
the
20th
and
at
beginning
of
21st
century,
they
have
been
transformed
from
assembled
collections
to
internationally
managed
insurance
(ex
situ)
populations,
these
transformations
required
some
changes
in
taxa
numbers
composition.
Previous
studies
already
identified
trend
reducing
number
kept
zoos
worldwide.
The
aim
present
study
verify
this
Europe
more
detail
therefore
identify
richness
mammalian
1959
2016
same
set
67
European
while
considering
their
opening
period
(before
1900
1900–1960)
location
with
respect
former
Iron
Curtain
(Eastern
vs.
Western
Bloc).
There
was
no
significant
decrease
richness;
on
contrary,
there
increase
for
Eastern
Bloc
zoos.
opened
before
those
Bloc.
These
results
demonstrate
that
declined
extent
decline
mostly
concerns
older
historically
reached
different
stage
This
suggests
not
subject
trends
uniformly
should
apply
appropriate
strategies
when
facing
future
(not
only
conservation)
challenges.
