Mar 17, 2025 · ProCon presents the pro and con arguments to debatable issues in a straightforward, nonpartisan, freely accessible way. Zoos have existed in some form since at …

May 3, 2024 · While many accredited zoos prioritize animal welfare and provide appropriate care, there have been instances of poor conditions and mistreatment. The overall safety of animals …

Jul 22, 2024 · While zoo advocates and conservationists argue that zoos save endangered species and educate the public, many animal rights activists believe the cost of confining …

May 29, 2019 · Over 180 million people visit zoos in the United States each year. There are thousands of them around the world, with every continent except Antarctica hosting at least one.

Jan 30, 2023 · In addition to making important contributions to nature conservation and to applied animal science, a newly published study finds that zoos also have an important role in how …

Learn about the pros and cons of zoos and join our debate and poll: Should there be zoos? Should animals be kept in captivity? Vote and explain your view on whether zoos are …

Mar 7, 2023 · Visiting a zoo is a chance for many people to see exotic animals they would otherwise be unable to see. However, few people stop and actively consider why zoos are …

Aug 8, 2023 · For many people, zoos are the only chance they’ll have in their entire lives to see beautiful animals native to far-flung ecosystems — lions, elephants, pandas, lemurs — the list …

Apr 17, 2024 · Zoos are one of the oldest forms of entertainment on Earth, with the earliest records of their existence dating back to 1,000 BC. They’re also incredibly polarizing and …

Dec 7, 2023 · There are rogue zoos, these are the ones that should not be supported. However there are, fortunately more zoos that are more responsible and maintain a healthy wild animal …