Are zoos more beneficial than harmful to animals?

Zoos are beneficial in that they act as "ambassadors" for the remaining wild animals of the world. The public gets to see animals they would never see in their native habitats. read more

Zoos are beneficial in that they act as "ambassadors" for the remaining wild animals of the world. The public gets to see animals they would never see in their native habitats. This raises awareness makes talk of conservation and saving endangered species more real, some of those people will be motivated to act. read more

Despite improvements to the deplorable conditions of mid-twentieth century zoos, harmful practices still abound, even at today’s most respected facilities. Mounting research shows that holding intelligent, social animals in captivity is an inexcusable cruelty. read more

Zoos do have some bad things about them and do some harm, but I think that zoos are more beneficial than harmful. They provide a safe haven for some creatures, and sometimes it is a necessary environment. read more