query: who takes care of animals in a zoo

pos: Zookeeper Zookeeper A zookeeper, sometimes referred as animal keeper, is a person who manages zoo animals that are kept in captivity for conservation or to be displayed to the public. They are usually responsible for the feeding and daily care of the animals. As part of their routine, the zookeepers may clean the exhibits and report health problems. They may also be involved in scientific research or public education, such as conducting tours and answering questions. Animal collections requiring wild animal care takers or zookeepers have it existed since about 3,000 B.C. Early civilizations in Mesopotamia (present day Iraq), Egypt, China

pos: Zoo Keeper (1982 video game) Zoo Keeper (1982 video game) Zoo Keeper is an arcade game created by Taito America and released in 1982. The player controls Zeke, a zookeeper, attempting to rescue his girlfriend Zelda from a zoo where the animals have escaped from their cages. The majority of the game takes place on a screen where the player builds a wall to keep animals in the zoo—jumping them to avoid contact. Platforming segments are interspersed every few levels. The game was available as a conversion kit for Taito's "Qix". "Zoo Keeper" was not ported to contemporary home systems, but some development work was

pos: Auckland Zoo populations along the India-Nepal border. The zoo helps educate school children about their own environment and the animal kingdom in general at the Discovery and Learning Centre. Another feature offered by the zoo are function facilities including an overnight stay option and twilight tours (Safari Nights) as well as behind-the-scenes experiences. The zoo also runs a Junior ZooKeeper program which allows children aged 6–13 years to see what it is like to be a zookeeper for a day. The program runs during school holidays and activities include helping to clean, feed and care for various zoo animals. Auckland Zoo Auckland

neg: Zoo Vet Zoo Vet Zoo Vet and Zoo Vet: Endangered Animals are computer games designed by Legacy Interactive. In the games, you play a vet recently hired by a zoo, and have to give the animals vet care. Each level has five different animals to care for, and some animals get treated twice. In Zoo Vet: Endangered Animals, some animals have two of the same kind instead of treating the same animal twice. Some of the missions in the original include a chimpanzee with a sore eye and a giraffe with loose stool. Some of the missions in the sequel include an

neg: Zoo Vet eagle with a broken wing and a gorilla with high blood pressure. Zoo Vet Zoo Vet and Zoo Vet: Endangered Animals are computer games designed by Legacy Interactive. In the games, you play a vet recently hired by a zoo, and have to give the animals vet care. Each level has five different animals to care for, and some animals get treated twice. In Zoo Vet: Endangered Animals, some animals have two of the same kind instead of treating the same animal twice. Some of the missions in the original include a chimpanzee with a sore eye and a giraffe

neg: Elmwood Park Zoo is a non-profit organization made up of zoo professionals dedicated to quality animal care and conservation. The AAZK mission statement is "to advance excellence in the animal keeping profession, foster effective communication beneficial to animal care, support deserving conservation projects, and promote the preservation of our natural resources and animal life." There is a variety of animals that are living in the zoo. It has two separate groups of animals: animals on exhibit and those kept educational outreach purposes. The animals that are on exhibit are the amphibians, birds, fish, mammals, and reptiles. The animals the zoo uses for educational

neg: Australia Zoo lab. Wildlife Warriors runs a rescue operation and care station for any native wildlife which may be injured in accidents outside the zoo. This effort is now supported by the Australia Zoo Wildlife Hospital next to the zoo, which can care for up to 10,000 animals per year, with two operating theaters, two treatment rooms, intensive care units for mammals, birds, and reptiles, and a CAT scan room, and was designed by WD Architects. The hospital is named in honor of Steve Irwin's mother Lynn Irwin, who died in a car accident in 2000. The zoo also runs International Crocodile

neg: World of Zoo World of Zoo World of Zoo is a life simulation video game, published by THQ and developed by Blue Fang Games, who also developed the similar "Zoo Tycoon" series. "World of Zoo" was released for Microsoft Windows, Wii and Nintendo DS on October 26, 2009. The game was showcased in the Electronic Entertainment Expo 2009 on June 1, 2009, held in the Los Angeles Convention Center. The game educates players about animals using facts provided by the National Geographic Society. "World of Zoo" will simulate a zoo, and players will care for 95 different species of animals, from 11 different

neg: Rosamond Gifford Zoo habitat improvement, animals enrichment, research and training. All adopted animals remain in the care and custody of the zoo. Rosamond Gifford Zoo The Rosamond Gifford Zoo at "Burnet Park" is a zoo in Syracuse, New York. It is owned and operated by Onondaga County Parks with support from Friends of the Zoo. The zoo is home to more than 700 animals on . Some of the more popular animals include Asian elephants, Humboldt penguins, Amur tigers, and African lions. The zoo also houses a conservation education center, banquet/meeting space, Jungle Cafe, and gift shop. The Rosamond Gifford Zoo has been

neg: Zoo La Garenne in the care and rehabilitation of wild animals found by people in the area. Its care center is still in operation, and more than 1600 animals of many species have been released to the wild after care in the center. Every year approximately 450 animals are brought to the center. Of that number, 40% will be released in the wild. Some animals will get a home in other zoos. Handicapped animals are often kept in the zoo for reproduction. Another important part of the mission of La Garenne is the education of the public on the subject of the environment

neg: Oakland Zoo home to over 700 native and exotic animals and is a member of the AZA. The following animals are on exhibit to the public: Mammals Birds Reptiles and amphibians Arthropods Oakland Zoo Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 in Oakland, California, United States and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 700 native and exotic animals. It's recognized for its outstanding animal care, particularly its elephant care program, and for its Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest

neg: Safari Zoo Camp and Aquariums. CAZA members are dedicated to the highest standards of animal care. They nurture, protect and care for more than 100,000 animals representing over 2000 species. Often these animals are the last representatives of endangered species. Many of these endangered species survive because of zoo and aquarium captive animal management programs. CAZA standards deal with every aspect of the zoo and aquarium that affects the wellbeing of the animals- nutrition, enclosures, security, exercise and enrichment, veterinary care, contact with visitors- everything that impacts on the animal. These standards are under continual review as knowledge develops and evolves, and CAZA

neg: Cali Zoo and organized information so it could provide better care. With these basic necessities satisfied, Cali Zoo could lead its objectives to research and preserve the different Colombian wild species. The zoo has five sections for different kinds of species: primates, butterflies, ocean and river fish, amphibians and reptiles, and birds. Cali Zoo offers summer camps during school vacations where children between 4 and 12 years old learn how the animals live in the zoo, their behaviors and current habits. They also learn how veterinarians take care of them and how to prepare food for the animals. These activities are complemented

neg: Philadelphia Zoo premier zoos in the world for breeding animals that are difficult to breed in captivity. The zoo is consistently ranked as one of the top zoological destinations in the United States, alongside the San Diego Zoo and ZooTampa at Lowry Park. The zoo also works with many groups around the world to protect the natural habitats of the animals in their care. The zoo is and the home of nearly 1,300 animals, many of which are rare and endangered. Special features include a children's petting zoo, a paddleboat lake, a rainforest themed carousel, a balloon ride, and many interactive and

neg: Cali Zoo Cali Zoo Cali Zoo is located in the city of Cali in the country of Colombia. The Zoo belongs to a foundation that carries its name and whose mission, since it took the zoo's administration in 1981, has been to improve the animals' diet, their natural environment, and the medical care of the existing fauna. Cali Zoo promotes and performs different educational, recreational and investigative programs. The Cali Zoo's are home to about 1,200 animals, representing some 180 species - from lemurs to condors. The Cali River runs through the zoo's park-like grounds. The zoo started with animals in narrow

neg: Tehree Gordon create an animal sanctuary after becoming the owner of a kangaroo. That year, Gordon and her husband established the Jirrahlinga Koala and Wildlife Sanctuary which became the first koala sanctuary in Victoria, Australia. At Jirrahlinga, Gordon takes care of pets for elderly and sick owners while allowing children who have experienced abuse to spend time with the animals. Other places that Gordon became a co-owner of include the Chewton Dingo Farm in 2005 and Halls Gap Zoo in 2016. Gordon is married to her husband Hamish, who became a co-owner of Jirrahlinga since 1981. In 1998, Gordon was diagnosed with

neg: Kuwait Zoo anymore animals to the zoo. According to the People for Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) activist, several animals at the Kuwait Zoo have died due to severe neglect on part of the employees as well as “despicable husbandry conditions and the absence of veterinary care.” “The situation has been exacerbated by the recent heat waves in the country. Without adequate shelter and water, numerous animals have died of dehydration and heatstroke after prolonged exposure to extreme heat. News reports indicate that animals such as parrots, dogs and deer were lying dead at the zoo,” he said. Baker added that the

neg: Hutchinson Zoo It takes about eight minutes to take you all the way around Carey Park. Every year the Hutchinson Zoo has a program around Halloween where children can come to the zoo dressed in costumes and trick-or-treat. The Hutchinson Zoo is one of four places in Kansas that offers animal rehabilitation services. The zoo began their animal rehabilitation program in 1991. The first year, they rehabilitated thirteen animals. Various animals, including bald eagles have been rehabilitated through this program. In 2004, the zoo rehabilitation program had grown to rehabilitate over 600 animals. In 2012, the zoo began to limit the number

neg: National Zoological Park (United States) drastically because of human activities. Sometimes animals became unexpectedly available. In 1899, the Kansas frontiersman Charles "Buffalo" Jones captured a bighorn sheep for the zoo. The fate of animals and plants became a pressing concern. Many of these species were favorite zoo animals, such as elephants and tigers; hence the staff began to concentrate on the long-term management and conservation of entire species. In the mid-1950s, the zoo hired its first full-time permanent veterinarian, reflecting a priority placed on professional health care for the animals. In 1958, Friends of the National Zoo (FONZ) was founded. The citizen group's first accomplishment

neg: Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary (originally Folsom Zoo) is a zoo and animal sanctuary located in the city of Folsom, California, in the United States, which has been open since 1963. The facility differs from traditional zoos and is more like a sanctuary in the way the animals are acquired and the care they receive. Though the facility allows visitors like a traditional zoo, the animals are not bred, sold, or traded. The Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary is supported by Friends of the Folsom Zoo, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization which helps by providing both funding and

neg: Oaklawn Farm Zoo known as “Learning to Live” started in 1980 which allowed children to get experience with how to take care of animals. In 1984 the farm decided to open as a zoo and incorporated many new animals into the facility. Rutledge was born at the zoo in 1991 and hand raised. At 4 years, he set the world record for world's heaviest lion in captivity at . He was euthanized in February 2009 just short of his 18th birthday, and buried at the zoo. Oaklawn Farm Zoo The Oaklawn Farm Zoo is a zoo located in Aylesford, Nova Scotia, Canada. It

neg: The Zoo (New Zealand TV series) Tintinger. This 60-minute special leads up to the day Christine has to give him back to Mum. "Two By Two At The Zoo" is a series made up of ten episodes of specials from "The Zoo" series. "Two By Two At The Zoo" explores Auckland Zoo's favourite animals and the keepers who care for them. Popular Auckland Zoo zookeeper Trent Barclay has a passion for wild cats. In this series of ten episodes, Trent travels to South Africa to encounter wild cats up close and personal in their natural African habitat. "The Zoo" spin-off series, "The Zoo: This Is Your

neg: Zoo La Garenne Zoo La Garenne La Garenne (or Parc animalier de la faune européenne La Garenne) is a small zoo (or animal park) located in the Vaud region in Switzerland. The park specializes in the conservation and promotion of Swiss fauna, particularly small animals and birds of prey. The zoo also has a care center for wild animals. The park is located on 3 hectares of land (30,000 m) and is the home of approximately 300 animals. La Garenne welcomes approximately 90,000 visitors every year; between 250 and 100 visitors daily, with 3000 on peak days. The park is a member of

neg: Kabul Zoo species of birds and mammals, and 36 species of fish. Among the animals there are two lions and Afghanistan's only pig. As many as 10,000 people visit during the weekends. The zoo employed a staff of 60 to care for the animals . It is a popular place for Kabulites. The zoo took in 15 million Afs ($268,000) in revenue in 2012. In April 2017, the zoo took four of the white lions that were saved from a smuggling attempt. Kabul Zoo The Kabul Zoo (), is located in Kabul, Afghanistan, on the bank of the Kabul River and adjacent

neg: Tirana Zoo a park, creating better conditions for the animals. The natural landscape of the zoo full of trees and green spaces has been tarnished considerably with the rise of new apartment flats in the area. Tirana Zoo Tirana Zoo () is the only one of its kind in Albania. Established in 1966, the zoo is concentrated in an area of 7 hectares in the southern part of the city, between the Grand Park and the Botanical Gardens. Presently the infrastructure of the zoo is in a bad state, needing funds for reparations and animal care. There are not many animals on

neg: Tirana Zoo Tirana Zoo Tirana Zoo () is the only one of its kind in Albania. Established in 1966, the zoo is concentrated in an area of 7 hectares in the southern part of the city, between the Grand Park and the Botanical Gardens. Presently the infrastructure of the zoo is in a bad state, needing funds for reparations and animal care. There are not many animals on display, just some: bears, lions, lamas, monkeys, wolves, foxes, and some birds. The cages are small, not very clean and visitors are advised not to stress the animals. Despite its poor appearance, the zoo

neg: Kurumbapatti Zoological Park the Shervaroys. The city is surrounded by hillocks and reserve forests. Consequently, the zoo is involved in the rescue and rehabilitation of wild animals on a regular basis. The injured animals are provided with veterinary care at the zoo and other animals are quarantined and released into the wild. https://salem.nic.in/tourist-place/zoos-parks-falls/ Kurumbapatti Zoological Park The Kurumbapatti Zoological Park is a mini zoo, situated in the foothills of the Shervaroyan Hills, 10 km from Salem, Tamil Nadu, India. It was set up in 1981 as a small museum and was later extended to 31.73 Ha. The zoo houses many species of wildlife,

neg: Zoo La Garenne came to the park in 2016 to take the place of Athos alongside Athia, the 26-year-old female. Zoo La Garenne La Garenne (or Parc animalier de la faune européenne La Garenne) is a small zoo (or animal park) located in the Vaud region in Switzerland. The park specializes in the conservation and promotion of Swiss fauna, particularly small animals and birds of prey. The zoo also has a care center for wild animals. The park is located on 3 hectares of land (30,000 m) and is the home of approximately 300 animals. La Garenne welcomes approximately 90,000 visitors every year;

neg: Washington Park Zoo houses about 250 animals representing between 85 and 100 species. Several are Species Survival Plan (SSP) animals, members of designated endangered species groups. The zoo also acts as a sanctuary for misplaced or illegally obtained wild pets from the area and takes in local animals too injured to survive in the wild. The landscaping for the zoo and park was initially a major focus. The original building were supplied with watering systems that could provide the water necessary for the sand dune environment of the zoo, and with plants provided by city greenhouses, the landscaping was often as much of

neg: Sunset Zoo because of too rocky soil. This area then became Sunset Zoo. Until 1934, the zoo was not chartered as a park; but there were animals at the zoo as early as 1930. The zoo, however, holds 1933 as the founding year. The zoological park has served the community for over 70 years, providing a cultural and educational examination of the natural world. Dr. E.J. Frick, zoo founder and former head of surgery and medicine at the Kansas State University School of Veterinary Medicine, volunteered to acquire, provide care for, and display animals for 43 years. The city obtained its original

neg: Kansas City Zoo and numerous zoo souvenirs. A zebra-themed tram takes zoo guests along the African elephants and flamingos, from the World Gate to the African section of the zoo known as "Nanyuki Market" (in Kenya). A mini train takes visitors around the main area of the zoo with stops at World Gate and Australia. Dromedary camels and kangaroos can be seen from the ride. A boat takes visitors (Memorial Day through Labor Day) for an up-close view of the African savannah animals, such as the Masai giraffe, lesser kudu, and scimitar-horned oryx. A modified ski lift that goes over the middle of

neg: Wellington Zoo and help care for the animals. While for adults there are a variety of locations for holding functions. These experiences can include guided tours and the chance to meet the zoo's contact animals. Over ten years, Wellington Zoo is spending $21m to create a more interesting, accessible and interactive environment to the benefit of the animals and visitors alike. The already completed Wild Theatre has become the heart of the zoo, hosting presentations about the animals and available for concerts and Christmas parties. The Nest – Te Kōhanga animal hospital allows the public to watch the wildlife vets at work,

neg: Dr. Juan A. Rivero Zoo zoo acquired two new giraffes and two desert warthogs to augment the African collection. The animals were brought from Ohio and Louisiana. The recent economic downturn related to the government debt crisis in Puerto Rico has led to issues with zoo maintenance and animal care. Committed to animal welfare, especially those facing extinction, the zoo has several conservations programs for the following species: In an effort to promote conservation, the Dr. Rivero Zoo has started an adoption program in which citizens can "adopt" one of the zoo's animals, and donate to contribute in conservation efforts. Dr. Juan A. Rivero Zoo

neg: Forestry Farm Park and Zoo species of animals. The Saskatoon Regional Zoological Society was formed in 1976 to aid in the education program at the zoo and advance the care of the animals. The society later changed its name to the Saskatoon Zoo Society. Forestry Farm Park and Zoo The Forestry Farm Park and Zoo is a forested park and zoo located in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada. The park was originally established as the Dominion Forest Nursery Station and later Sutherland Forest Nursery Station. Between 1913-1966 was responsible for growing and shipping 147 million trees shipped across the northern prairie provinces. The first shipment of trees

neg: Miller Park Zoo Miller Park Zoo Miller Park Zoo is a zoo located in Miller Park; a public park in Bloomington, Illinois, United States. It is administered by the Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Bloomington. The first city money was spent for the care of animals in Miller Park in 1891. Although there was at least one deer, there is no definite list of the animals that the first payment supported. The zoo was started when a circus lion cub ended up on a farmer's farm around 1900, and was eventually given to the city of Bloomington. The lion, later

neg: Zoological medicine Board certified diplomates of the ACZM serve as clinical veterinarians, zoo managers, wildlife veterinarians, wildlife conservation agents, researchers, teachers, government officials, and other similar leadership roles. Current certifying examinations are available in general zoo, wildlife, aquatics and zoological companion animals. The following Training Programs are approved by the American College of Zoological Medicine: Zoological medicine Zoological medicine refers to the specialty of veterinary medicine that addresses the care of captive zoo animals, free ranging wildlife species, aquatic animals, birds, reptiles and amphibians, and includes non-domestic companion animals (or exotic pets). Zoological medicine incorporates principles of ecology, wildlife conservation, and veterinary

neg: Kay Mehren 2003 she was given the title Veterinarian Emeritus by the Toronto Zoo, after almost 30 years as senior veterinarian. She was the first person to be given an emeritus title by the institution. Towards the end of her tenure at the Toronto Zoo, Mehren noted that her job had shifted from pediatrics of baby animals to care of geriatric animals as the zoo population aged over time. After retirement, she and her husband, Peter Mehren, continued to donate to the zoo. She is a Life Member of the Toronto Zoo Foundation. Mehren was on a sub-committee which developed the Canadian

neg: Beardsley Zoo otters, Andean condors, spotted turtles, and eastern hellbenders. The Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo Conservation Fund, established in 2002, awards up to $15,000 in funds to worldwide conservation programs. To date, the fund has supported the following programs: The zoo has also sent animals in their collection to be reintroduced into the wild to help boost wild populations. Species the zoo has contributed to the reintroduction of include red wolves, golden lion tamarins, Andean condors, and brook trout. The zoo hopes to soon breed and reintroduce Mexican wolves as well. The zoo also takes in animals orphaned or injured in the wild

neg: Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens care of the animals. That plan came to a close in 2003. The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Gardens is now the largest zoo and botanical garden in Vietnam. The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden contains 590 animals of 125 species and 1,830 trees and plants of 260 species, some of which are over 100 years old. This includes 20 species of orchid, 32 species of cactus and 34 species of bonsai. The Saigon Zoo and Botanical Garden is divided into an animal conservation area, a plant conservation area, an orchid garden and an amusement park. The botanical garden contains many

neg: Lincoln Park Zoo (Manitowoc) home to a variety of young farm animals, on loan from local farmers. Chickens, goats, lop-eared rabbits, pigs and turkeys are housed at the Big Red Barn. The Zoo's Education Center is located on the second floor of the Education and Animal Care Building and is home to Wisconsin native reptiles, insects, amphibians, fish and birds. Lincoln Park Zoo (Manitowoc) Lincoln Park Zoo is a small municipal zoo located in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. The zoo has just under 200 animals, including black bear, bald eagle, cougar, lynx and others. It is situated along the Little Manitowoc River and provides a deck

neg: Petting zoo zoo. One of the first mobile petting zoos in Australia (begun in 1992), was Kindifarm. As a result of its popularity, many Australians use the term "kindy farms" to describe petting zoos. In Australia, mobile petting zoos are allowed in schools, child care centres and even shopping centres. For many children, a mobile petting zoo is their first opportunity to see and touch an animal. Touching animals can result in the transmission of diseases between animals and humans (zoonoses) so it is recommended that people should thoroughly wash their hands before and after touching the animals. There have been several

neg: Saint Louis Zoo zoo, stopping at the more popular attractions. The city purchased its first exhibit, the Flight Cage, from the Smithsonian Institution following the 1904 St. Louis World's Fair. After the zoo was established in 1910, new exhibits, areas and buildings were added through the decades to improve care of the animals, the range of animals and habitats shown, as well as education and interpretation. The handsome head of the male lesser kudu, with his elegant spiraled horns, is the symbol of the Saint Louis Zoo. The 1904 St. Louis World's Fair is credited for the birth of the Saint Louis Zoo.

neg: Phoenix Zoo of the rain forests), and the Children's Trail, which includes a petting zoo. The zoo has been conservation minded from its inception. Soon after it opened it hosted what was thought to be the last few Arabian oryx, which formed the basis of the world herd created for Operation Oryx and eventually allowed the reintroduction of the species into the wild. It now includes a sanctuary to care for animals that are endangered or unwanted. The Phoenix Zoo began as a personal project of Robert Maytag, who formed the Arizona Zoological Society (now the Arizona Center for Nature Conservation) with

neg: Zoo Tycoon (2013 video game) Zoo Tycoon (2013 video game) Zoo Tycoon is a business simulation video game developed by Frontier Developments and published by Microsoft Studios. The game was released on November 22, 2013 for Xbox One and Xbox 360. "Zoo Tycoon was" revealed at E3 2013 In June 2013. The gameplay that was shown included elements similar to "Zoo Tycoon 2," such as a first person view, and new elements such as feeding animals in first person view. Also like its predecessor, the game allows the player to care for their animals by monitoring their mood, hunger, and thirst. Tycoon Mode, which was

neg: El Pinar Zoo El Pinar Zoo The El Pinar Zoo () Also Zoological Park of El Pinar Is the first zoological garden of Caracas, Venezuela inaugurated 13 August 1945 under the presidency of Isaías Medina Angarita. El pinar zoo is located in El Paraiso Parish in the former grounds of the La Vaquera hacienda, which was owned by Juan Vicente Gómez. The State took possession of it in 1935. It occupies an area of 7 hectares. The Park has the "Ecological Brigade" program, which is composed of young people interested in the care of animals and their habitat, who act as guides of

neg: Miller Park Zoo plans to make major renovations on the Animal Building to bring it up to date, and also to redesign the ZooLab in order to create a new guest experience. Miller Park Zoo Miller Park Zoo is a zoo located in Miller Park; a public park in Bloomington, Illinois, United States. It is administered by the Parks and Recreation Department of the City of Bloomington. The first city money was spent for the care of animals in Miller Park in 1891. Although there was at least one deer, there is no definite list of the animals that the first payment supported.

neg: Dakota Zoo strays and injured animals, knowing that they would be well taken care of. As the number of animals increased, word got out and more and more people came to see them. After some publicity from a local TV station, petitions were signed by 780 people supporting the idea of a community zoo in Bismarck, l and Marc Christianson took these to the Bismarck Park Board to present the concept of a self-supporting community zoo. In 1958, the Park Board made of Park District land in Sertoma Park available to the zoo. The majority of construction was initially done by Marc

neg: Oakland Zoo Oakland Zoo Oakland Zoo was established in 1922 in Oakland, California, United States and is managed by the Conservation Society of California, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of wildlife both locally and globally. The Zoo is home to over 700 native and exotic animals. It's recognized for its outstanding animal care, particularly its elephant care program, and for its Leed-certified, 17,000 square foot, state-of-the-art veterinary hospital—the largest wild animal veterinary facility in Northern California. On July 20, 2018, the Oakland Zoo opened the California Trail opened to the public, focusing on this state’s remarkable native wildlife—both past

neg: Dushanbe Zoo jackal, fox, raccoon, and some birds like owl, vulture, golden eagle, and falcon are presented here. Also some reptiles, like snakes, caymans, lizards are displayed indoors. None of the animals enjoy their natural habitat and are kept in cages that are inappropriate for their sizes. The conditions are very harsh for the animals, especially as specialized care is not available. In 2006, an accident at Dushanbe Zoo led to a student's arm being mauled by a bear. Student pen-pals at schools in Dushanbe and Albion, Indiana brainstormed ways to increase safety at the zoo, and to improve the zoo in

neg: Zoo less regulated, roadside zoos are often subject to accusations of neglect and cruelty. In June 2014 the Animal Legal Defense Fund filed a lawsuit against the Iowa-based roadside Cricket Hollow Zoo for violating the Endangered Species Act by failing to provide proper care for its animals. Since filing the lawsuit, ALDF has obtained records from investigations conducted by the USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services; these records show that the zoo is also violating the Animal Welfare Act. A petting zoo, also called petting farms or children's zoos, features a combination of domestic animals and wild species that are

neg: Wellington Zoo cheetahs, lions, meerkats, lemurs, giraffe and red pandas, where visitors can meet the animals up close and learn more about them. At The Nest – Te Kōhanga, visitors can observe and ask questions of the zoo veterinarians while they provide previously behind-the-scenes medical care to a wide range of animals on a daily basis. In the Living Room, Zoo educators entertain children with fun and informative sessions that have proven to be a great hit. For children, the zoo accommodates school visits and sleepovers as well as the highly popular school holiday program where kids can go behind the scenes

neg: Sydney Zoo preparation and storage areas, an educational amphitheatre, disability access. Sydney Zoo aims to be at the forefront of the modern zoo paradigm - exemplary animal welfare standards are the core of their operating ethos. Their number one priority is to ensure that the needs, interests and welfare of our animals are provided for to the highest possible standards. Sydney Zoo will employ species appropriate behavioural enrichment strategies, such that we avoid stereotypical behaviours and the animals in our care are healthy and active. The currently accepted industry paradigm is a hierarchical system of needs that should be met to achieve

neg: Arignar Anna Zoological Park they interact in groups. In March 2013, a blood transfusion performed on a 10-year-old hyena by a four-member team of doctors in the zoo, marking the first successful blood transfusion done for a wild species in an Indian zoo. In April 2018, the zoo launched a mobile app to provide information on the zoo, online ticket booking, interactive map providing a virtual tour guide inside the premises, and so forth. Live streaming of animals on the Internet also began in the same period. Owing to its vastness and round-the-clock availability of animal medical care facilities, most of the rescued animals

neg: Veterinary medicine paraveterinary workers), and it is illegal for any person who is not registered to call themselves a vet or perform any treatment. Most vets work in clinical settings, treating animals directly. These vets may be involved in a general practice, treating animals of all types; may be specialized in a specific group of animals such as companion animals, livestock, laboratory animals, zoo animals or horses; or may specialize in a narrow medical discipline such as surgery, dermatology, laboratory animal medicine, or internal medicine. As with healthcare professionals, vets face ethical decisions about the care of their patients. Current debates within

neg: Baghdad Zoo tide of looters. He appointed Anthony as interim zoo administrator, and remained in charge of the zoo for 14 months. He departed with his brigade in March 2004. Iraqi veteran Farah Murrani joined the rescue effort with Brendan Whittington-Jones of the Thula Thula game reserve. At various times they were joined by other conservation organizations including Wildaid, Care for the Wild International, and IFAW. The zoo and surrounding park reopened to the public on July 20, 2003, following improvements and renovations by US Army engineers and featured 86 animals, including all 19 surviving lions. Most of these animals were rescued

neg: Los Angeles Zoo Los Angeles Zoo The Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens is a zoo founded in 1966 and located in Los Angeles, California. The city of Los Angeles owns the entire zoo, its land and facilities, and the animals. Animal care, grounds maintenance, construction, education, public information, and administrative staff are city employees. The first zoo, called the Griffith Park Zoo, opened in 1912 and was located about south of the current zoo site until it was closed in August 1966. Remnants of the original zoo remain. The site of the current zoo was formerly the location of Rodger Young Village,

neg: Henson Robinson Zoo which teach our youth about animals and their ecosystems. Participants will have the chance to create and present an enrichment item for an animal at the zoo. Course topics include Operation Otter, Horse Sense, Goofing Around with Goats, and Fun with Ferrets. This eight class course challenges teens, ages 13 to 17, with hands-on activities that allow them to learn about how the zoo makes conservation, education, animal care, and animal enrichment our top priorities. Junior Zookeepers expand their knowledge about animals and conservation issues, but also acquire actual handling experience with some of the zoo’s education use animals. The

neg: Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo birds of prey, and reptiles. Most of these animals are permanently injured or are surplus from other facilities, and there-fore can never be released to the wild. These beautiful creatures provide countless opportunities for learning and personal enjoyment, and are utilized in Oxbow’s environmental education program. The zoo was named in honor of Dr. Paul E. Zollman, in recognition of his dedication to Olmsted County parks and his help in the care of the animals. Zollman Zoo has become the center of Oxbow’s education program. Thousands of students visit the zoo each year and participate in lessons offered by the

neg: Flocke Flocke Flocke () is a female polar bear who was born in captivity at the Nuremberg Zoo in Nuremberg, Germany on 11 December 2007. A few weeks after her birth, she was removed from her mother's care after concerns were raised for her safety. Although the zoo had established a strict non-interference policy with its animals, officials chose to raise the cub by hand. This decision came at a time when the zoo was receiving negative attention from the media after another female polar bear reportedly ate her newly born cubs. Like Knut, a captive-born and handraised polar bear at

neg: Belize Zoo of filming, funds were exhausted, and there was debate over what to do with the now tame animals. Releasing them into the wild was out of the question, and animal euthanasia seemed too extreme. When the filming crew left, Matola remained with the 17 animals (an ocelot, a puma, a jaguar and several exotic birds), and started a makeshift zoo, using the animals' enclosures as exhibits, to generate funding for their care. It became apparent that Belizeans were largely unfamiliar with the native animals of Belize, and had many misconceptions and superstitions about them. The zoo's focus then shifted to

neg: Twycross Zoo recognised as having a database of the animals in its care, both current and historically, that is comparable to any major zoological garden worldwide. Additionally several breeding programmes are managed at Twycross Zoo, including Asiatic lion ("Panthera leo persicus"), Patagonian sealion ("Otaria byronia"), siamang ("Symphalangus syndactylus") and saddle-billed stork ("Ephippiorhynchus senegalensis"). Citations Sources Twycross Zoo Twycross Zoo is a medium to large zoo near Norton Juxta Twycross, Leicestershire. The zoo has the largest collection of monkeys and apes in the Western World, and in 2006 re-launched itself as "Twycross Zoo – The World Primate Centre". The zoo attracted 450,000 visitors

neg: Henson Robinson Zoo with educational animals, and working at conservation activity stations. This annual event has been reinvented recently with an emphasis on animal care education. Veterinary clinics provide education on everything from surgery to preventive care to radiology on site while keeper chats, farrier demonstrations, and animal encounters provide more interaction. As the Zoo’s ‘last blast of the season,’ the Fling is focused on educating visitors on the changes animals make to prepare for cold weather. This annual safe trick-or-treating event occurs the weekend before Halloween and features a daily costume contest. The Springfield Park District’s Henson Robinson Zoo is transformed into

neg: Sharon Matola Sharon Matola Sharon Matola (born June 3, 1954) is a biologist and environmentalist originally from Baltimore, Maryland, United States. She is the founding director of the Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center, a zoo which was started in 1983 to protect native animals that had been used in a documentary film in Belize. Matola, the founder and driving force behind Belize's first zoo, arrived in that country after a colorful career that included a stint with a Romanian lion-tamer and a circus tour through Mexico. Matola was hired by filmmaker Richard Foster in 1982 to care for 20 animals being

neg: Zoo Tampa, Florida, Disney's Animal Kingdom and Gatorland in Orlando, Florida, Flamingo Land in North Yorkshire, England, and Six Flags Discovery Kingdom in Vallejo, California. By the year 2000 most animals being displayed in zoos were the offspring of other zoo animals. This trend, however was and still is somewhat species-specific. When animals are transferred between zoos, they usually spend time in quarantine, and are given time to acclimatize to their new enclosures which are often designed to mimic their natural environment. For example, some species of penguins may require refrigerated enclosures. Guidelines on necessary care for such animals is published

neg: Kampot Zoo NGO Footprint in 2012, an NGO created by a couple of Australian expat living in Cambodia. Footprint was created for the sole purpose of helping the zoo. Footprint was financing the baseline operation, renovating enclosures and caring for the animals, and Wildlife Alliance provided healthcare for the animals. The situation was getting better, and many media praised the new orientation of the zoo. But division between in the orientation for the park between the owner and the NGO after a dispute on an unknown subject broke the partnership. In autumn 2015, many ONG invested in animal care and rehabilitation un

neg: ZooMumba it gives off a very fun and family oriented art style. Much of the interactivity in the game revolves around the upkeep of your animals and zoo, making sure that the animals are well taken care of and that your zoo is kept clean. The mouse is the primary control and can be solely used to navigate through the game. "ZooMumba offers a friendly community and intuitive gameplay, making it a pleasure to play for experienced or inexperienced players alike." ZooMumba ZooMumba is a free-to-play zoo simulator developed and published by Bigpoint where players take up the responsibility of creating

neg: Shambala Preserve wanted at circuses or zoos, or are given up by private owners who could no longer care for them. For example, Shambala became the new home for Michael Jackson’s two Bengal tigers, Sabu and Thriller, after he decided to close his zoo at his Neverland Valley Ranch in Los Olivos, California. The animals are not wild and are human dependent for their needs. Shambala provides expert veterinarians for care. Carefully planned diets are supplied by Natural Balance Pet Foods. While Shambala welcomes all volunteers, they may not work directly with the animals. Shambala Preserve was also home to a pair

neg: South Lakes Safari Zoo Frieda Rivera-Schreiber, who worked as a veterinary coordinator at the zoo after her 2014 marriage to Gill, despite being ineligible to operate on animals in the UK as she is not associated with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons. An inspector's report noted that "The provision of veterinary care [at the zoo] ... has historically been poor", and her position as veterinary coordinator came under question. Until 2015, Gill also operated a "dude ranch" in Wyoming, United States, which charged guests up to £1,627 per week to pretend to be cowboys. Following the legalisation of same-sex marriage, Gill garnered controversy

neg: Utica Zoo Hoot takes place in December. Utica Zoo Utica Zoo is a regional zoo in Utica, New York, situated in a section of Roscoe Conkling Park. The Zoo has over 200 animals, including several endangered species, African Lions, Zebras, Mexican Gray Wolves, Bactrian Camels, Bald Eagles, Chinese Alligators, White Handed Gibbons, Spider Monkeys, California Sea Lions, Burmese Pythons, a children's petting Zoo, and more. The Utica Zoo was founded in 1914 with an initial collection of three fallow deer. The City of Utica owns the of zoo property, of which 40 is currently developed. The first permanent building was erected in

neg: Karachi Zoo zoo. Earlier the same month zoo lost three young Blackbucks in a fight within the enclosure during the night, as the zookeepers are only present in daytime, there was no one to take care of the animals when the incident happened. Three newborn Puma cubs have died recently in the zoo. On 15 March 2017, two new bears were welcomed to the zoo, a male Asian black bear and a female Syrian brown bear. Aves Mammals Syrian Brown Bear [[Reptiles]] [[Category:Zoos in Pakistan]] [[Category:Parks in Karachi]] [[Category:Tourist attractions in Karachi]] Karachi Zoo The Karachi Zoo (; ), also known as

neg: Cali Zoo the zoo include a red fer de lance (which are endemic to Colombia; the zoo has the only one in captivity), Jackson's chameleon, bearded dragon, and American crocodile. Cali Zoo Cali Zoo is located in the city of Cali in the country of Colombia. The Zoo belongs to a foundation that carries its name and whose mission, since it took the zoo's administration in 1981, has been to improve the animals' diet, their natural environment, and the medical care of the existing fauna. Cali Zoo promotes and performs different educational, recreational and investigative programs. The Cali Zoo's are home to

neg: Chiang Mai Night Safari and kangaroos. Next at the Predator Zone, the visitor will see many predators such as tigers, lions and hyenas. Day Safari Visitors will travel by bus to visit the Carnivore Zone and the Predator Zone. First, the bus will go into the carnivore Zone and the visitor will give food to animals (rhinos, zebras, giraffes and kangaroos). Next, at the Predator Zone the visitor won’t be close to the animals because the animals in this zone are savage (tigers, lions and hyenas). Behind the Zoo Behind the Zoo is a chance to learn about taking care of animals. Visitors can

neg: Australia Zoo filming and merchandise into conservation and building new exhibits. Their philosophy was that the zoo animals came first, the zoo team came second, and the zoo visitors came third. The zoo also expanded with the creation of a management team and hiring around 50 staff. Australia Zoo won the Australian Tourism Awards for 2003-2004 in the category Major Tourist Attraction. In 2004, the Australian Animal Hospital was opened next to the zoo to help with animal care and rehabilitation. The facility was built in an old avocado packing shed, and was dedicated to Lyn. The facility had a single operating

neg: Sunset Zoo increase its level of commitment to animal care, education, and conservation. Sunset Zoo applied for, and received, accreditation by the American Zoo and Aquarium Association (AZA) in 1989. The zoo continues its commitment to upholding those high standards, and has maintained accreditation ever since. African Forest Trail Australian Walk-About Kansas Plains Trails of South America Asian Forest Trail Sunset Zoo Sunset Zoo, also known as Sunset Zoological Park, is the city zoo of Manhattan, Kansas, and is home to over 300 animals representing more than 100 species. The zoo exists to "inspire conservation of the natural world" by engaging and

neg: United States environmental and occupational health in zoos training policies. Zoo keepers are in charge of cleaning, feeding, and care of animals. These activities present a level of risk. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is essential in these tasks. Examples of PPE used by zoo workers are masks, gloves, boots, goggles, and communication devices. Techniques and specialized equipment also contribute to zoo worker safety. Modified sliding doors and guillotine doors aid in feeding large or dangerous animals. Shifting, a technique commonly used for feeding and cleaning the enclosure, requires directing the animal to a securable section of their habitat. This technique protects the worker as well as prevents disruption

neg: Kay Mehren Council on Animal Care's 2010 guidelines on animal care as a member of the Subcommittee on Marine Mammals. Among the organizations she has consulted for on animal health and welfare are: Canadian Animal Health Consultative Committee; National Wildlife Disease Strategy; Canadian Veterinary Medical Association; Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals; Ontario Ministry of Health; Ontario Animal Care Review Board; the American College of Zoological Medicine; American Association of Zoo Veterinarians; Wildlife Disease Association; Ministry of Natural Resources, Aquatic Research and Development Section; Toronto Zoo Animal Care and Research Committee; and Canadian Council on Animal Care. Mehren has

neg: Wetheriggs Zoo and Animal Sanctuary Wetheriggs Zoo and Animal Sanctuary Wetheriggs Animal Rescue is a registered UK charity (Charity No. 1131536). Wetheriggs is an international animal rescue centre now located on the A66 just outside Barnard Castle in County Durham, England. The rescue centre takes in a wide range of animals apart from domestic cats and dogs. Many of the animals were previously pets which could no longer be looked after. The majority of the other animals have been rescued from around the UK. Some of the animals have also come from other animal centres on the world as part of swaps. Before the move

neg: Split Science Museum and Zoo and relocating all animals. In June 2015, after the closing of the museum and zoo in 2014, an artists collective founded by artist Hrvoje Cokarich from Split decided to help the left over animals. Finding that people/governments don't like to take care of humans, animals or things that have no purpose (like donkeys being replaced by cars), they are trying to find new purpose for the animals. This way they hope that either because of the publicity and/or the use / profit of the new purpose the people and city government will see the purpose and therefor also feel the

neg: Johannesburg Zoo offered include night tours and overnight sleepovers. In August 2017, a new R45 million parkade replaced the old 200 vehicle carpark with one holding 700 cars and 15 busses. Johannesburg Zoo The Johannesburg Zoo is a zoo in Johannesburg, South Africa. The zoo is dedicated to the accommodation, enrichment, husbandry, and medical care of wild animals, and houses about 2000 individuals of 320 species. Established in 1904, it has traditionally been owned and operated by the Johannesburg City Council. However, it has been turned into a corporation and registered as a Section 21 non-profit organisation. The Johannesburg Zoo has its

neg: International Congress of Zookeepers or with a direct or indirect link with wildlife. "Association Francophone de Soigneurs Animaliers (AFSA") The Francophone Association of Zoo Keepers was created in order to develop methods of care and handling of wild animals in captivity. This association is a link between professionals working in the fields of training, public presentations, research, care, conservation and education. In 1999, three keepers from Doué-la-Fontaine Zoo, Pont-Scorff Zoo, and Branfere's Park begin to talk about the possibility of creating a Professional Association of keepers like in other countries. The need to create AFSA was due to the fact that in France there

neg: Johannesburg Zoo Johannesburg Zoo The Johannesburg Zoo is a zoo in Johannesburg, South Africa. The zoo is dedicated to the accommodation, enrichment, husbandry, and medical care of wild animals, and houses about 2000 individuals of 320 species. Established in 1904, it has traditionally been owned and operated by the Johannesburg City Council. However, it has been turned into a corporation and registered as a Section 21 non-profit organisation. The Johannesburg Zoo has its origins as part of the Braamfontein farm which was owned by Hermann Eckstein. He had bought the farm to explore it for minerals and when he failed to find

neg: San Francisco Zoo tiger attacks tiger, in addition to a claim of negligence for the incident itself. Despite the eyewitness accounts, Geragos denied that the brothers teased the animals. In the last week of December 2008, the city filed a lien in the federal lawsuit brought by the Dhaliwals against the zoo. The lien is intended to recover over $75,000 for medical care spent on Kulbir Dhaliwal in city facilities. The city did not comment on why no similar lien was filed to recover the expenses of Amritpal Dhaliwal's care. The suit was settled in May 2009 for terms under which San Francisco Zoo paid

neg: Carl von Hoffman difficult, since the Aborigine was nomadic and with no village life at that time, only scattered glimpses were possible. Prior to his leaving for Australia, the Bronx Zoo commissioned him to bring back a group of animals and snakes sought for display. Due to the care and planning Carl brought to the venture, none of the animals were lost on the journey home, much to the amazement of zoo officials. The return voyage took the ship past Pitcairn Island and the captain received a telegram from the island that the people would like to see the kangaroos. As these animals

neg: Hutchinson Zoo and type of animals they would help, due to concerns that people were bringing in animals who were not actually in need of assistance and because some animals may bring disease or illness to the zoo. Hutchinson Zoo The Hutchinson Zoo is a small zoo located in Hutchinson, Kansas, United States. The Hutchinson Zoo has been accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) since 1997. Planning for the Hutchinson Zoo began in 1983,and the zoo was opened on May 23, 1986. In 2003, the zoo opened a visitor's center that is supposed to look like a log cabin.

neg: Heini Hediger exhibited animals. Hediger's publications influenced the keeping of wild animals in human care in particular also in the construction of enclosures and the planning of zoos. In the 1950s, he began promoting the concept of training zoo animals to elicit biologically suitable behavior and to afford the animal exercise and mental occupation. Further, he observed that in some cases training increased the opportunity for the zookeeper to give needed medical treatments to the animal. He also referred to zoo animal training as “disciplined play”. In the 1940s he defined the four main tasks of zoos: In the 1960s, he defined

neg: Arignar Anna Zoological Park in the state, especially elephants, are brought to the park. With Chennai serving, unfortunately, as a transit point for wildlife smugglers in Southeast Asian countries, the zoo also receives many recovered endangered species for rehabilitation. The three important captive management practices of the zoo that contributed to the longevity of animals include environment enrichment, psychological well-being and animal husbandry and veterinary care. There has been a considerable reduction in the mortality rate of animals in captivity at the park. Between April 2010 and March 2011, only 22 animals were reported dead, of which 9 died due to old age and

neg: Tiergarten Schönbrunn most parts of the zoo and sustain its financial situation. Nowadays, as of 2014, the zoo is managed by Dagmar Schratter. Private and corporate sponsorship for the various animals is one of the methods employed by the zoo today, along with bookable night excursions and special children's programs. Zoological research takes place at the zoo. A number of tragic accidents have plagued the zoo. In 2002, a jaguar attacked a caretaker during feeding, killing her in front of zoo visitors. The director tried to help and sustained heavy arm injuries. In February 2005, a young elephant, "Abu", lethally crushed his

neg: Arignar Anna Zoological Park training and exhibition of five species of animals, namely, lion, tiger, panther, bear and monkey enforced by the Government of India in 1998, a rescue and rehabilitation centre for animals was established next to the zoo with the assistance of the CZA in 2001. The area was acquired from the research wing of the Tamil Nadu Forest Department in continuity with the fodder bank of the zoo with an assistance of 14.598 million. The centre provides temporary and long-term care for confiscated and abandoned endangered animals, such as lions and tigers rescued from circuses, and is home to about 32

neg: Ramat Gan Safari chimpanzees' social stress. Behavioral enrichment is incorporated into daily animal care routine. Enrichment encourages natural behaviors and provides interesting experiences for both animals and zoo visitors. The Safari offers a variety of classes, programs and activities for the general public; school groups, adult education, summer camps, and special education. Safari around the clock: Guided tours on the Safari train takes visitors on pre-booked visits in the early morning and cooler hours of afternoon and evening. V.I.P tour: special behind-the-scenes tour for small groups. Workshops for families: the theme of parents and offspring is the favorite topic. Day camp: activities for

neg: Moonridge Animal Park the wild to care for themselves. The "Friends of the Big Bear Alpine Zoo" was formed in 1989 as a non-profit 501(c)(3) public-benefit corporation whose purpose is to support the Big Bear Alpine Zoo through: (1) Educating the public regarding treatment, protection, and conservation of wildlife; (2) Recruiting and coordinating park volunteers; and (3) Fundraising. The Big Bear Alpine Zoo provides wildlife rehabilitation and release. Those animals that cannot be released are given a home for life in the zoo. The Big Bear Alpine Zoo is the only zoological facility located in an alpine forest specializing in alpine species. zoo

neg: Animal Liberation Victoria television by Jamie Oliver, animal deaths in Melbourne Zoo, and the 2007 Australian and New Zealand Council for the Care of Animals in Research and Teaching (ANZCCART) conference. ALV supports and manages the Action Animal Rescue Team, a group formed in 1993 whose purpose is "save the lives of unattended and neglected animals who are left sick and dying in factory farms" and "document (with video footage and photographs) the conditions for animals in factory farms, feedlots, live export and abattoirs." They also offered to provide legal assistance to the students that, in May 2005, opposed the idea of a

neg: Austin Zoo and animals who were awarded protection through the judicial system. All of these animals have a forever home with Austin Zoo. Austin Zoo owns 45 acres of land. Currently, 16 acres have been developed and house the Zoo's animal collection. The additional 29 acres will be used to allow expansion of the zoo as needs change. https://www.haverford.edu/human-resources/contacts Austin Zoo Austin Zoo is a non-profit rescue zoo and located in southwestern unincorporated Travis County, Texas, United States, west of Austin. The mission of Austin Zoo is to assist animals in need through rescue, rehabilitation, and education. Austin Zoo currently has over

neg: Oumagadoki Zoo Oumagadoki Zoo Hana Aoi, a clumsy teenage girl, is known around her school by the nickname "Clumsy-Good for Nothing". One day, she sees a flyer in town about a zoo that needs workers. After she appears there, she discovers that the zoo is keeping strange things, which she realizes after seeing Shiina, the director of the infamous Oumagadoki Zoo. He has been cursed by a ghost rabbit and given the body of a rabbit. In order to get his original body back, he has to show that he does care for animals by gathering every animal from the world and

neg: Baghdad Zoo larger animals. During the absence of zoo staff and officials, the zoo suffered from severe looting. Cages were torn open by thieves who released or took hundreds of animals and birds. Zoo staff said most of the birds and game animals were taken for food as pre-war food shortages in Baghdad were exacerbated by the invasion. Many animals were found roaming the zoo grounds. The remaining animals were found in critical condition, dying of thirst and starving in their cages, including Mandor, a 20-year-old Siberian tiger that was the personal property of Uday Hussein, and Saida, a blind brown bear.

neg: Phoenix Zoo result, more than half of them left the zoo by 1999. In May 2005, a veterinarian named Kris Nelson filed a series of complaints against the zoo regarding animal care and management. Her complaints were backed by two former zoo employees: a chief veterinarian and an animal nutritionist. The complaints stated that dozens of animals had been harmed or died as a result of poor management, feeding practices, and quarantine procedures. Another veterinarian, 15-year zoo employee Kathy Orr, discounted many of Nelson's claims as being either invalid, or having been corrected already. The following June, an independent committee of zoological

neg: Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park Australia. Development of the zoo started in December 1998, with construction of a visitor center, a wetland habitat with a lake, and more than 30 animal enclosures, as well as many Australian trees and other plants. The zoo was opened in September 2001. Moonlit Sanctuary operates evening walks, which are an environmental immersion experience. A guide takes visitors on a walk through natural bushland where the guide spotlights a variety of nocturnal animals, many of them endangered. The guide gives talks about the animals, and answers visitors’ questions. Visitors come into close contact with the animals in their natural habitats

neg: Minnesota Zoo Smaller Minnesota animals, like turtles, frogs and salamanders are featured in the exhibit’s “trailhead,” which is styled after a lodge. The quarter-mile trail takes guests through more than fifteen wildlife exhibits where they experience a variety of Minnesota landscapes, ranging from views into a beaver pond, a walk alongside a northern forest glade and a bird-watching perch in the treetops. The Minnesota Zoo received the Association of Zoos and Aquarium’s (AZA) 2008 Significant Achievement Award for this trail. Animals in this area include: The 3/4 mile Northern Trail lets visitors to animals found north of the 45th parallel. The Northern

neg: Manila Zoo into a sporting coliseum to be used by the Philippine Basketball Association. Some local vendors operating in the zoo opposed PeTA's calls citing its negative effect on their livelihood and then Mayor Alfredo Lim said calls to close the zoo, which he described as a city landmark, were unwarranted and claimed that the zoo's animals were well taken care of. It was stated that a total of 1.5 billion pesos would be allocated for the rehabilitation of the 5.5 hectare botanical park. However, this project was put on hold. Manila Zoo The Manila Zoo, formally known as the Manila Zoological

neg: Jerusalem Biblical Zoo Zoo participates in national and international research projects in the fields of zoology, biology, and environmental science, and publishes papers in journals and at scientific meetings. Through its Aharon Shulov Fund for the Study of Animals in Captivity, it also provides grants for research on animal welfare and husbandry, animal reintroduction, reproduction of endangered species, conservation genetics, and exotic animal nutrition and medical care. The Fund is sponsored by Shulov's family, the Friends of the Zoo Association, and the Jerusalem Zoo. The zoo hosts academic seminars and student research at the Gabi Center, located in a facility inside the main

neg: Birmingham Zoo the completion of the main exhibit in early 2011, the 50-year-old pachyderm building was renovated to allow staff to provide a higher quality of care for the three Southern White Rhinos and one Nile Hippo that reside there. A new giraffe yard was added in April 2012 that allows the zoo's young herd of giraffe to continue to grow and allow visitors a closer look at the animals while on the new feeding platform. Birmingham Zoo The Birmingham Zoo is a zoological park that opened in 1955 in Birmingham, Alabama (US). It is the largest zoo in Alabama. The zoo