The "long night of captivity" often symbolizes a period of suffering, uncertainty, and despair endured by individuals or groups who are oppressed or imprisoned. It can represent both physical confinement and emotional or psychological struggles, highlighting the longing for freedom and hope amidst darkness. This phrase is frequently used in literary, historical, or metaphorical contexts to evoke the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
the long night of their captivity
So far it has fared the poorest in captivity and haven't survives long in captivity. So no, they cannot be kept in captivity for long.
The 2nd paragraph (at the end of it though)-
captivity
No matter how long a night might seems, day eventually comes. This speaks to worrying and anxiety.
Sometimes it seems as though animals can live for long periods of time. Snakes on average live 10-25 years depending on their diet, environment, and if they are in captivity or not.
finger monkeys can live in captivity for about 8 years.
they live from 25 to 30 years in the wild and captivity
Mice in captivity can live up to 5 yrs on average.Outside of captivity 1.5 to 3 yrs.
tamed, domesticated, in captivity
Through a dark night of war & captivity by the enemy, F.S. Key looked and the Flag was still flying, meaning that the British had not taken the fort & the war was not lost. It is Symbolism.
If a coyote is being held or protected in captivity it will live for about 20 years.