What is the zootastic park controversy?

Zootastic is a troubled roadside zoo that has repeatedly been cited for egregious violations including monkeys who suffered from frostbite, wolves whose ears were being eaten by maggots, animal escapes, animal attacks on humans, inadequate veterinary care and unsafe and unsanitary animal enclosures.



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Some animals in zoos are kept in enclosures far too small for them, while others are forced to perform degrading tricks. Even in the best zoos, under the best conditions, a lifetime of captivity is no life at all for wild animals.

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Most zoo keepers have a deep and lifelong love for animals and really enjoy providing for their day-to-day care.

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Until the 20 th century, there was little or no concern for the welfare of zoo animals. It was not until the late 1970s and early 1980s that the appearance of zoos began to change to reflect the public opinion; this transition took place as people were educated about the true conditions endured by zoo animals.

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Zoos and aquariums also often rehabilitate injured animals, and then release them into the wild.

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  • Zoo animals are wild. ...
  • Please do not throw things at the animals.
  • Please do not feed or touch the animals.
  • Making loud noises may startle the animals.
  • Please do not pick flowers or plants, climb trees or walk through the flower beds.


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After the zoo closes, keepers feed the animals and help them get ready for the night. CORALIE: Some zoos had people work the night shift. It's their job to feed the baby animals and check on the adults. MOLLY: Some keepers even have to pick up animals at the airport.

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