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What was the opening line of the 1960s pop song 'At the Zoo'?
What was the opening line of the 1960s pop song 'At the Zoo'?
- At the zoo, life is full of surprises
- Welcome to the zoo, where everything is happening
- In the zoo, there's always something going on
- Something tells me it's all happening at the zoo (correct)
How many animal species live in American zoos and aquariums?
How many animal species live in American zoos and aquariums?
- Approximately 2,000
- More than 1,000
- Over 6,000 (correct)
- Around 5,000
What is the primary focus of zoos today?
What is the primary focus of zoos today?
- Educating the public and raising awareness of biodiversity (correct)
- Entertaining and exciting human visitors
- Displaying remarkable animals
- Protecting endangered species
Why are many zoos being urged to change quickly?
Why are many zoos being urged to change quickly?
What is the status of California condors today?
What is the status of California condors today?
What is the main point of the passage?
What is the main point of the passage?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What role do modern zoos play in the conservation of wildlife?
What role do modern zoos play in the conservation of wildlife?
What is one of the significant changes remaking 21st-century zoos?
What is one of the significant changes remaking 21st-century zoos?
What is the main criticism voiced by PETA regarding zoos?
What is the main criticism voiced by PETA regarding zoos?
What is the primary focus of modern zoos according to the passage?
What is the primary focus of modern zoos according to the passage?
What was the status of California condors before scientists at zoos intervened?
What was the status of California condors before scientists at zoos intervened?
What is the major criticism voiced by PETA regarding zoos?
What is the major criticism voiced by PETA regarding zoos?
What is one of the significant changes remaking 21st-century zoos according to the passage?
What is one of the significant changes remaking 21st-century zoos according to the passage?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What is a major criticism of zoos according to PETA and some animal-rights groups?
What is a major criticism of zoos according to PETA and some animal-rights groups?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What is the objective of the Species Survival Program mentioned in the passage?
What success story is mentioned regarding the California condor revival?
What success story is mentioned regarding the California condor revival?
What significant change is mentioned regarding 21st-century zoos?
What significant change is mentioned regarding 21st-century zoos?
What role do modern zoos play in the conservation of wildlife, as mentioned in the passage?
What role do modern zoos play in the conservation of wildlife, as mentioned in the passage?
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Zoos and Conservation
- The opening line of the 1960s pop song 'At the Zoo' is not mentioned in the passage.
- There are over 750,000 animal species living in American zoos and aquariums.
Modern Zoos and Conservation
- The primary focus of zoos today is shifting from entertainment to conservation and education.
- Many zoos are being urged to change quickly in response to changing public attitudes and expectations.
California Condors
- In the 1980s, there were only 22 California condors left in the wild, but thanks to scientists at zoos, there are now over 500.
- The Species Survival Program (SSP) helped to increase the California condor population.
Criticisms and Changes
- PETA and some animal-rights groups criticize zoos for keeping animals in captivity and prioritizing profits over animal welfare.
- One significant change in 21st-century zoos is the shift from cages to more naturalistic and immersive exhibits.
- Modern zoos play a crucial role in the conservation of wildlife, particularly through breeding programs like the SSP.
The Role of Zoos
- The objective of the Species Survival Program is to breed endangered species in controlled environments and eventually release them back into the wild.
- Zoos are now focusing on conservation, education, and research to help protect endangered species.
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