By: Leah Kasheta

Place where animals are put in captivity and on display for the public. Contain wide varieties of animals native to all parts of the Earth. They are areas of a strong emphasis on scientific research and conservation. They are constantly regulated and inspected by the government.

Urban Suburban Safari parks Game reserves Petting Zoos

Located in or around large cities There is little room for the zoos to grow Animal activists argue it is cruel to keep animals in urban settings due to cramped conditions, noise, and pollution Suburban zoos provide more territory to roam around and more habitat

Areas where tourists can drive their own cars to see non-native wildlife living in large, enclosed areas Larger than urban and suburban zoos

Game reserves are large areas of land where ecosystems and native species are protected. Animals are allowed to roam free. Animals in all game reserves are protected from illegal hunting.

Petting zoos feature domesticated animals that are gentle enough for children to pet and feed. These types of zoos are found at parks and inside of larger zoos.

Breeding Biology Important in breeding animals, especially endangered animals Helped develop ways to better diagnose pregnancy Veterinary Medicine and Nutrition Important for the care of animals Conducted studies to better formulate better diets Animal Behaviors Becoming more common Used to understand how animals use natural habitat exhibits

Many animal activists think zoos are cruel to animals Used solely for human entertainment Cramped in small areas