Some critics have seized the tragedy as an opportunity to advance an uncompromising anti-captivity narrative in which all zoos and aquariums are inherently unethical and cruel. To be sure, there are ...

The decision reflects a broader debate in Connecticut and across the country over the use of animals in traveling shows.

The debate over the future of zoos in the UK has intensified after the Green Party reaffirmed its policy calling for the abolition of traditional zoos.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. By 10 a.m. on a recent Saturday, the parking lot at Shalom Wildlife Zoo in Washington County was already full. Employees waved ...

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. – An animal welfare group is calling for an end to elephant captivity at the ABQ BioPark Zoo, citing stress indicators like bobbing and swaying in its recent campaign to end zoo ...

Killing healthy animals in zoos isn't a myth, it's business as usual I'm always thrilled that major media are carrying stories about all aspects of animal behavior, including their fascinating ...

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