Do zoo keepers give animals drugs to keep them calm?
During surgery or any kind of handling, yes. While they're in the zoo, no drugs are administered unless they act up.
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A zoo is a place where various birds, animals and reptiles are kept. A zoo does not contain ordinary birds and animals which we usually see in our villages and towns. It contains those birds and animals which we cannot generally see. Most of them live in forests. Some of them are brought from other countries also, as they are not found in our country. A visit to a zoo is a pleasure. It is informative and educative too. Zoos are there in almost all the big cities. We have zoos in Delhi, Calcutta, Bombay, Madras, Mysore and also in Hyderabad. The zoo at Hyderabad is named as Nehru Zoological Park.
Many people, young an old, boys and girls, from villages and cities visit this zoo. It is located on the outskirts of Hyderabad in an extensive area under the Mir Alam tank. Entrance to the zoo is by tickets. It is open from 10 a.m. onwards. There are separate enclosures for birds, animals and reptiles. Tigers and lions have separate well protected enclosures. After entering the zoo which has a beautiful garden in its front, one comes across the enclosures meant for birds. One can see there different kinds of parrots, pigeons, peacocks and other birds of different colors and from different countries. One can also see the ostrich, a bird which cannot fly. It is an African bird.
In the next enclosure deer of all kinds, including black bucks, a rare Indian variety, are kept. Then one goes to the enclosure of elephants and camels. Elephants are very huge animals. Camels are the ugliest. Children can have joy rides on elephants and camels. Then one moves on to the artificial lake where crocodiles are kept. Next is the enclosure kept for zebras and bears. Giraffe is an attraction for children.
Next comes the tiger enclosure. There are Indian tigers, brown in color, with black stripes. There are also two white tigers which are a rare variety. There are a few leopards and cheetahs also. The Nehru Zoological Park has a separate enclosure for lions where they can be seen roaming freely. One can go in a closed safari park van and have a close look at them.
There are canteens to take lunch and benches to take rest under the green woods. On the other side one can see different kinds of monkeys, chimpanzees and guerrillas which are man's ancestors. Then comes the reptile section where different kinds of snakes are kept. There is a separate enclosure for animals and reptiles which move during nights. The enclosure is dark and has dim light. One can see the nocturnal creatures moving about in darkness. There is a train to take one on ride all around the zoo.
When one leaves the zoo in the evening, he leaves it with pleasant memories of birds, animals and reptiles which are also creations of God and which have a right to live with us in this wonderful world. Man owes a duty to protect all the creatures of God as he protects himself. A visit to a zoo - isn't it informative and educative !
Which has better eyesight a vulture or a human?
A vulture (several species) are noted for their excellent eyesight in spying carrion from several miles away. Their reaction is often triggered by the action of vulture's behaviour that are closest to the carrion. So the answer is a definite yes, vultures have better eyesight than humans.
Bamboo is the favorite food of the Giant Panda. There are no bananas in the Panda's natural habitat. They have been known to ignore anything BUT bamboo while held in captivity.
Should there be zoos there should be no zoos?
there should be no zoos because in the news it showed that zoo killed animals and rot them by bins
Is it beneficial to animals to be domesticated?
Yes and no. Some have taken advantage of it (e.g. dogs) and some cannot survive under such conditions an the species would die out.
Where in Pennsylvania is there a zoo with giant pandas?
Red Pandas, yes. Giant Pandas, no.
Atlanta, San Diego, Memphis and Washington D.C. are going to be the only zoos in the U.S. with Giant Pandas.
Motels in San Diego close to San Diego Zoo?
Look for hotels in downtown San Diego. You'll also find that hotels in other areas often have free shuttles to the zoo.
Some hotels less than 2 miles from the zoo:
Sommerset Suites Hotel
Holiday Inn Express Downtown
Days in Downtown
Rodeway Inn
Holiday Inn Downtown
Sheraton Suites Downtown
Doubletree Hotel Downtown
La Pensione Hotel
Se San Diego
Courtyard San Diego Downtown
Residence Inn San Diego Downtown
Why would a River Otter be in a Zoo?
There are several reasons for Zoos to have River Otters in their exhibits, as well as for the education, or conservation programs. "River Otter" includes five different River Otter species, each listed on the IUCN, (International Union for Conservation ofNature), Red List. One of those River Otter species is considered, by some to be extinct another is listed as "endangered", while still another is listed as "near threatened". So, no matter which species they have in the exhibit, it is an example of the species effected by research, and conservation efforts. The River Otter can help teach about both it's endangered status, and the importance of keeping it's ecosystem the rivers, clean from trash and pollution. They are also naturally inquisitive, and playful, chasing their tails, sliding in snow and mud, juggling prey, and pebbles. They are fantastic swimmers, staying underwater up to four minutes at a time, diving up to 200 meters, and sometimes they will even cooperate together while hunting. The immature young, or kits are especially entertaining to watch, their playful antics have even been studied. But they are all generally just fun to watch, their enthusiasm for life is invigorating. The following are the five River Otter Species; * North American River Otter-Least Concern * Southern River Otter-Endangered * NeoTropical River Otter-(6 subspecies)-Data Deficient * Eurasian River Otter-Near Threatened * Japanese River Otter- (Last Seen 1979 Some Consider Extinct) For more details, please see site listed below.
What kind of scholarships are available for becoming a zoo keeper?
I've had about as much luck as you have trying to find out. However, something I plan on looking into in the future when I have had dealings with the AZA is http://www.alligatorfarm.us/scholarship.html which really is something more to strengthen your resume, and only zookeepers know how competitive it can get. Also, though it's not available to most because of travel constraints, I've been planning on attending Moorpark College because of their EATM (Exotic Animal Training and Management) program, specifically designed for zookeepers. I'm sure this hasn't been a lot of help, but your best chance is to look for scholarships that apply to your other abilities.
Zoos take in animals whose habitats have been, or are being, destroyed, or that do not have enough food. Zoos help the animals by putting them in captivity, supplying them with food and a suitable habitat. Some zoos also take in animals who were orphaned as babies or were injured in an accident and can no longer fend for themsselves in the wild. Additional Info: The San Diego Zoo has a center that is devoted to the welfare of endangered or threatened animals. They have been working for over 30 years. This center is called "CRES" the Center for Research Endangered Species. It is the largest Zoo based center of it's kind. They are working world wide (20 other countries) to improve breeding and genetic pools for those species standing on the brink of extinction. This is a multidisciplinary research team, and some of their goals are to, combine field, and lab research/studies to improve long-term captive and wild populations. To maintain and share the genetic knowledge and resources to support conservation. Also to improve the health of both wild and captive populations through shared disgnostics and research with other countries. To help revitalize ecosystems by restoring these species to the wild. There is much more detail about their goals and what they have achieved in the past 30 years. If you'd like more details see the site listed below. This is just one Zoo's efforts to help animals in general. Most Zoos have some program in place to help with breeding, injuried, and/or rehab. of endangered or threatened species. Not all are as large or as estabilished as the CRES, but making an effort is the first step and that alone can help endangered species, or animals in general, by educating the public and planting the seed of compassion.
Where is the Cameron Park Zoo located?
The Cameron Park Zoo is located at 1701 North 4th St in Waco, Texas. The Zoo is just east of Interstate 35. Specific directions are available at their website.
Who are Chester Zoo in competition with?
Generally, they help each other, but Knowsley Safari Park is probably it's biggest rival - but they have helped each other out in the past (e.g. Knowsley's giraffes are all ex-Chester)
How often do zoo veterinarians do surgery?
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Positive points for debate about animals should be kept in cages?
One of the positive points for debate about why animals should be kept in cages could be when they are being trained. Puppies are often kept kenneled during training. Another could be to keep them safe when no one is there to watch them.
What is the main zoo in Virginia?
There are many zoos in Virginia. I would say the main ones would include Virginia Zoo, Virginia Living Museum, Metro Richmond Zoo, Mill Mountain Zoo, and the Virginia Aquarium.