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A zoological garden, zoological park, or zoo is a place where many different species (types) of animals are kept so people can see and watch them

Modern zoos try not only to be for people's entertainment, but for education, research, and the conservation and protection of animals. Many zoos are centers where rare animals are preserved when they are in danger of dying out. These modern zoos also want to give the animals a natural life, so that they are healthy and behave normal. This is done for the animals, but also that people can see the animals as if they were in nature, and not in a zoo.

Zoos cost money. They educate the public on the biological diversity that makes up the world. They help people and wildlife successfully coexist. They pursue continuing research and education for people. They preserve crucial natural resources. They work to ensure zoos can provide the most natural environment possible for wildlife in its care. Without enough money they cannot do these things.

Many zoos are not like the modern type of zoo. There the animals are held in bad conditions. They are kept in small cages, and they are bored and get sick.

Good zoos play a critical role in fighting extinction. One way good zoos do this, is through captive breeding and recovery programs of endangered species. Each year, good zoos contribute $350 million directly to conservation.

Zoos Victoria is one of the State’s largest providers of formal learning outside the classroom. Last year alone, 146,136 students embarked on learning experiences at Zoos Victoria, seeking greater connections with wildlife and the skills needed to equip our children with as they inherit stewardship of a stressed planet.

At our zoos, we have a number of staff who know what it is like to witness an extinction event. It is devastating and soul-destroying. Yet it drives them to go to great lengths for every individual in their care.

The business model of a good zoo is to grow income in order to invest it in conservation and the welfare of the animals in our care. We do not have shareholders, apart from the wildlife and the communities that we serve.

The care of animals in zoos needs to be based on a comprehensive understanding of individual animal needs. In good zoos, this is achieved through extensive scientific research focussing on the assessment of animal welfare, including behavioural monitoring and physiological analysis such as sampling hormone concentrations. Animal welfare science is developing fast, and we are using the science to improve our ability to keep our animals happy, healthy and ensure they have a rich and full life. To assist us with keeping ahead of the curve, we have a full-time animal welfare expert who works with teams across our zoos on cutting-edge research and care.

A zoo, also known as a zoological park or zoological garden, is a place where animals are confined within enclosures for the public to view. Many zoos also breed the animals. There are currently over 1,000 large animal collections open to the public – 80% of them in major cities. The name comes from zoology, the study of animals. Keep reading for more information and facts about zoos or download the entire worksheet pack which includes 11 fun activities to test your knowledge on Zoo’s and their animals.

A zoo is a place where all types of animals are confined and displayed for the public to see.
Zoos give people an opportunity to observe animals they would never otherwise get the chance to see.
In many zoos the animals are also studied and bred. There are hundreds of zoos all over the world, but the first zoo was called the Ménagerie du Jardin des Plantes. It was founded in Paris in 1794.

London founded the Zoological Society of London in 1828, and the name was abbreviated to “zoo.”
The first zoo to open in the United States was in New York. The year was 1860, and it was called the Central Park Zoo.
Today, zoos are trying hard to keep animals in enclosures that replicate their natural habitat. The animals seem to do much better in this type of environment and the patrons seem to enjoy seeing the animals in a natural setting.

Did you know that one-fifth of all mammal species known to man are bats? Or that kangaroos walk awkwardly because they can't move their legs independently of each other? The docent at Columbus Zoo and Aquarium revealed to us some of the most fascinating facts about animals, and they blew our minds.

Many zoos also have a petting zoo where children are allowed a close-up look at animals, many of them babies.
Zoos create educational programs and tours in order to provide an educational opportunity for everyone.
Zoos throughout the world are trying to coordinate efforts to breed endangered species. The information they are learning about these animals will help zoologists preserve the species out in the wild.

Most major cities have zoos and many of them work together to care for, study and protect their animals.

"We are there to answer questions about the animals, talk to the guests about the zoo's many conservation projects, and assist them any way we can - sometimes just by helping them find the restroom!" the zoo docent told Bored Panda.

This bundle contains 11 ready-to-use Zoo Worksheets that are perfect for students who want to learn more about Zoo’s, also known as a zoological park or zoological garden, which are places where animals are confined within enclosures for the public to view.

According to her, such a career is quite a commitment. Can you imagine learning the names and ages of all the animals living inside the facility? However, she said she loves her job, "It's one of my favorite things in life. It's rewarding to share information with guests and help them have a great experience at our zoo, which we're very proud of, as it's considered one of the best zoos in the country!"

Zoo-going is an American pastime. Some 150 million people in the U.S. visit zoos and aquariums each year. And when the kids are out of school (like over the holidays), zoos can be especially popular.

Docents aren't required to have a background in biology or zoology. "Our training is thorough and I am always continuing to learn new things. We have weekly meetings for continuing education, and listening to the keeper's talk (as well as more experienced docents) is always educational for me."

But how can one tell the difference between a "good" zoo (though some might argue that captivity is never "good" for animals) and an especially "bad" one?

It isn't hard cold math, but here are a few signs that a zoo might be less about conservation and animal welfare, and more about ticket sales and making money.

Zoo is an artificial home for different types of animals, birds and reptiles. It is a big area fenced by wire, trenches and other hindrances so that animals cannot run away or causes any damage to the visitors.

Elephants are one of only a handful of animals that can pass the mirror test - in other words, they can recognize their own reflection (and not think it’s another animal, as dogs and cats usually do).