...July–December, 2009 Zoo as Ecotourism Attraction – Case of Dhaka Zoo Salman Salem Shinwary* * Md. Jahidur Rahman ** Md. Mayen uddin Abstract This paper reports results from a survey of visitors to Dhaka Zoo, Dhaka, Bangladesh. The questionnaire comprised of items relating to motives for visiting the zoo, and evaluations of attributes, thereby permitting an important valuation approach. The construction of the questionnaire was prompted to learn more about what motivated visits, and whether there were perceived deficiencies in visitors’ experiences of the zoo. Like other studies mentioned in the report it was concluded that zoos represent an opportunity for family-based trips. However, while some opportunities exist for learning, on the whole visitors were not generally interested in acquiring detailed information about wildlife. Indeed, more importance was attached to the viewing of animals than to the recognition that possibly animals might require ‘private places’. These findings may instigate a discussion about the extent to which Dhaka zoo might be able to fulfil its classical missions and that for this to happen significant changes in zoo layout would be required. Additionally, possible implications for zoo management are discussed. Keywords: zoos, ecotourists, wild-life interactions, national parks, wildlife-based tourism, animal friendly, zoo management Introduction Dhaka zoo is the largest zoo in Bangladesh situated at Mirpur, Dhaka. It is the national zoo under the Ministry...
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...Science at the Zoo Introduction- The different roles that can be done at the zoo are education, animal welfare, recreation, research and conservation. The zoo participates in captive breeding programmes and conservation projects in the wild. This allows a whole variety of sciences to be used. Ecology are veterinary are the two main ones and the science goes into a lot of depth when considering breeding programmes. Conservation- is the preservation, protection, or restoration of the natural environment, natural ecosystems, vegetation, and wildlife. In Situ- means that the conservation is taken place in a natural environment. For example, in a forest or in an ocean. There are many associations such as UmPhafa and Action for the Wild that do this effectively. They try and do methods that preserve species, which are endangered in the wild. The individuals who work there try and make sure they have minimal contact with the animals there. UmPhafa’s strategy is ‘less to do with the management of the wildlife, but more the rehabilitation of the habitat itself to facilitate the restoration of a natural balance.’ Ex Situ- Ex-situ conservation means literally, "off-site conservation". It is the process of protecting an endangered species of plant or animal outside its natural habitat. An example of this could be in a zoo. BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums) and EAZA (European Association of Zoos and Aquaria) are both charities that support zoos with the conservation...
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...Stereotypically, “Many of us … will ooh and ahh over a dog playing in the theatre, but wouldn’t dream of going to see an animal performing in a circus…” (Gardner, L. 2014). So, should animals be used in the Theatre and the Entertainment Industry? This essay discusses the history of animals performing within a theatre or circus, the representation of animals within a performance, whether it is humane or inhumane for animals to be apart of the entertainment industry and should animals continue performing in theatres and the entertainment industry. Animals that perform within the theatre and entertainment industry can be traced back to Ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome. However, travelling performances, such as circuses, gained popularity in the late eighteenth century, with seventeen circuses touring the United Kingdom. During this time period restrictions where put into place on the movement of animals. This in turn forced many of the circuses to dispose of the animals that had been travelling with them. A noticeable figure that included animals within their entertainment, in an inhumane way was P.T Barnum. It has been said that, P.T Barnum was the man responsible for creating callous demand for performing tigers and dancing elephants for his own personal gain. In addition, this circus leader thrived off controversy and inadvertently celebrated what it meant to be different. Despite the massive interest in P.T Barnum and his travelling circus, the popularity of performing animals...
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...When the wind howls it’s hardest, and the rain is so heavy that simply walking a few step is treacherous, some say that you can still hear the shouts of fear from a man. This man’s name was Taylor “Tiger” Alcon. Most people, however, only knew him as Tiger.His body was never found, nor was his car. Only pictures can show faint images of Tiger. They show his body mutilated and destroyed by many cuts. Today is one of those days, and I am here to tell you the story of how Tiger got his stripes. The day started as any other, except for the rain. The rain poured in an endless sheet, forcing the rivers around the town to rise and threaten to attack the houses that surrounded them. The bar where Tiger frequented was bustling with folk from around town. This place drew crowds you wouldn’t see anywhere else. Groups of people you would never see conversing sat together, chatting as if they were old friends. The place smelled of alcohol and lost dreams. A scent that Tiger was familiar with. When Tiger walked into the building he was greeted by the woman behind the counter. She had long blonde hair and her ear was pierced to infinity. The people called her Buffalo. Tiger got his usual drink and went to his seat. The place he sat was dark and lonely. Just as Tiger preferred. He sat, watching the other patrons play pool or shout about the game currently playing on the T.V. His eyes wandered aimlessly, until they focused on the woman at the counter. A strange man stood there, an outsider...
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... Imagine, you're taking a vacation to the Everglades National Park when a vicious 200 pound Burmese python slithers right next to you! The Everglades National Park is being affected dramatically by burmese pythons,there are changes in animals,people, and ecosystems. To lead off, animals that live in the park for not being preserved as they should be exotic and special birds, mice and ducks that are being quenched by the jaws of a 23 foot snake.For instance,Source 2, paragraph one, states “With no natural predators these eating machines appear to be wiping out huge numbers of possums raccoons and Bobcats as well as many bird species.” Birds are being affected by the Burmese python specifically, so is it really worth losing all of these animals do to an invasive species? In addition, there are people being affected by the Burmese pythons too.For almost a month in 2013, there was a challenge held at the Everglades to hunt and kill as many pythons as possible. Source 2, paragraph 3, states “With a grand prize of $1500 awarded to the Hunter who kills the most pythons and another $1000 t the hunter who bags the longest one.” Shotguns, handguns,rifles and spears will be in the hands of people who may have never hunted in their lives, this is changing the Everglades! Last but not least, the ecosystems, Burmese pythons are native to Southeast Asia so how did they end up here?When they were brought over there were exotic ,not invasive...
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...animals; being in a zoo enclosure can cause a range of both emotional and physical illnesses, despite the fact that zoos can help save some of the endangered animals. Although zoos may be fun for people, the animals can be mentally and physically impaired for the rest of their lives. First and foremost, dolphins and whales specifically are plucked out of the water from their family. For those who didn’t know, whales and dolphins have a family bond almost like humans, they stick together for many years if not for life and always travel together. “The very nature of these animals makes them uniquely unsuited to confinement….Family bonds often last for many years, in some species, they last for a lifetime.” Because of the social nature of many animals, marine animals...
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...The Racine Zoological Garden or Racine Zoo is situated on 32 acres on the shore of Lake Michigan in Racine, Wisconsin. The Zoo is operated by the Racine Zoological Society a non-profit organization. Jacob Stoffel Jr. established the Zoo in March 1923, and he donated the first animals. Later on, different organizations donated many others, like badgers, foxes, mountain goats, and monkeys. There are more than 100 species of animals and the majority comes from Wisconsin. There is a special room for reptiles and amphibians indigenous to the State. The communities are very active in Wisconsin and donations are very important to keep the Zoo and the animals in good condition. The interaction between animals and humans is very important,...
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...of the modern zoos today are actually safe, healthier, and protected. Even if the animals are in a special enclosure, it doesn’t mean they’re in some kind of imprisonment. The animals aren’t just for enjoyment of being looked at. The education about the animals is very important in the society today just because we want the future generations to help preserve what has been around for a very long time. Modern zoos shouldn’t be considered dangerous for animals because animals are treated decent with the zoo keepers, it gives opportunities for second chances, and it’s preserving threatened or endangered animals. First, animals in zoos today get treated very decent to compared what they were treated a long time ago. “For more than 4000 years humankind has kept animals in captivity and it is quite late in our social history, probably the 19th century, that animals began to be regarded as something other than ‘vulgar admiration.’” (Stevens __) One example would be that each animal...
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...I want to be a zookeeper because I luxuriate in working with animals a lot and I think that it would be a good job for me.My wage would be about $16,000-$30,000 a year.I wouldn’t really have any risks being a zookeeper besides an animal outbreak,but that risk is very well prevented. The hours would be about 37-40 a week.The location would be at whatever zoo I decide to work at.There may be some training required with the animals so that you know what to do and to make sure that the animals trust you. I don’t think that I will have to continue education to become a zookeeper because I already know a lot about animals,and if there are things I need to know,I’ll most likely just learn there. I wouldn’t need insurance for anything because the zoo...
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...though. They are what you call an endangered species. There are many animals that are endangered and some are kept in zoos or sanctuaries and other rome where they are supposed to be naturally. In my opinion, I believe that endangered species should be kept in the wild. I believe this because: they live longer in the wild, there is a very large price, and it is their natural habitat. My opinion, as you have already read, is that endangered species should be kept in the wild other than in a sanctuary or zoo. I have multiple reasons for believing this but I would like to start off with the fact that endangered species lifespans are longer in the wild than they are in a sanctuary. For example, the Giant Panda lives up to 38 years in the wild, but only around 30 in a zoo or sanctuary. Also, the Amur Leopard, at a population of around 257...
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...I want to go watch the Houston, Texans play football and the reason why is because I like them and I want to go watch them. While I'm down in Texas I would like to go to the big Houston zoo because I want to see the White tiger that I want to see. I also want to go to the Houston cafe they have all kinds of drinks I want to try. The next city I want to go into is Dallas. When I go to Dallas I want to go to the aquarium. The reason why I want to go to the aquarium is because they have a white...
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...When was the last time people have visited zoos? Zoos are welcome for anyone. They were made to entertain visitors, keep the animals safe, and help them stay away from extinction! Although there have been a few accidents, zoos are one of the best outdoor places to learn, tour, and have fun! Many people around the world have found enjoyment at zoos. At zoos, people can interact with wild animals that they could only see on TV. Society would get to have a personal experience with the animals. Zoos are inexpensive. Zoos usually cost around eight through ten dollars. In the end, zoos are worth paying the price because people will always be entertained whether it is warm, cold, or raining outside! If it's warm and sunny outside, people would be able to go around and tour to see the animal in their habitats. Tourists could have a picnic and order things at the food carts that are there. They could see the trainers work with the animals and see how they interact. When it's raining, they could go inside and see all of the amphibians and other wildlife that need either shade or colder temperatures....
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...usage of animals. Animals do not belong in a zoo for personal visual enjoyment. Almost every child has taken a trip to the zoo. At the zoo we see different animals in created habitats eating prepared food. A variety of different animals are either captured or born to amuse humans for a profit. The rights of freedom stripped from animals to make us smile are not essential to our survival. Animal’s that are raised outside their natural habitat cannot survive among their fellow species in the wild. The Zoo and the circus are prime examples of animals misuse and abuse. Animals from the zoo and circus would not be able to coexist due the difference in freedom. Less animal attacks would occur as well. Zoo’s and Circus’s argue that they save endangered species and educate the public, but I strongly believe the costs outweigh the benefits, and individual animal’s rights are violated and unjust. Zoos define themselves as bringing people and animals together, as well as educate the public with the appreciation of the animals. This exposure and education motivates people to protect the animals as they believe. Zoos save endangered species by bringing them into a secure environment, where they are protected from predators, habitat loss, and starvation. Many zoos also have breeding programs for endangered species. In the wild, these animals can find it hard to locate mates and reproduce. Reputable zoos are accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (1994), and are held to high standards...
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...Zoos are Inhumane Camps for Animals Wild animals are just that; wild. For centuries humans have taken wild animals out of their habitats and put them in captivity. There are many reasons behind this act, some being protection from predators, disease, and possible extinction. Individuals maintain that zoos are a way for youngsters and adults to attain education about animals. The animals are well cared for, maintained, and fed regularly. People are the biggest danger towards animals that live in the wild. Certain species such as African Elephants are hunted for their tusks, minks for their fur, bears for their pelts, and Mediterranean monk seals merely because they eat all the fish. There are several other animals and mammals that are either severely endangered or extinct. With that, zoologists and others seem to think it is better to have species such as these kept captive in a zoo. Zoos are a means of entertainment in addition to a safe haven for animals that are in danger. “Both the Baltimore Zoo and the Detroit Zoo have taken in polar bears rescued from a traveling circus, and the Bronx Zoo took in an orphaned snow leopard from Pakistan in 2007. The cub, Leo, now spends his time frolicking and chasing small animals that wander into his enclosure” (Nancie Majkowski, ver. 2). On the rebuttal side, zoos are believed to be inhumane camps merely for the enjoyment of spectators and for cities to make a buck. There are several organizations that demand the release...
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...MONTH: March 2008 Could the Giza Zoo become a rescue center? CAIRO--Little changed in 117 years, the Giza Zoo is either the best of zoos or the worst of zoos, according to many noisy authorities, and may actually be a bit of both. The animal collection is distinctly idiosyncratic and of little value from a conservation perspective, since most of the examples of rare species represent inbred genetic lines. Yet the zoo does include enough lions, elephants, hippos, zebras, giraffes, and monkeys to satisfy most visitors. The animal care attracts far more complaints than the variety. Much ridiculed by non-Egyptians, the exhibits of Rottweilers, Dobermans, German shepherds, and other dog breeds are of interest, albeit apparently declining, in a society where keeping pet dogs is still rare, cold climate breeds are seldom seen, and most dogs are rat-catchers and scavengers. People, many of them elderly, who might never keep a dog from fear of landlord hostility or social ostracism come to feed and pet the zoo dogs. Most of the Giza Zoo is a gathering place for teenagers, but the quiet corner housing the dogs, ducks, and geese is something of a senior center. The Giza Zoo is among the more enduring works of Khedive Ismail, who at age 33 in 1863 inherited the governance of Egypt as senior representative of the Turkish-based Ottoman Empire. Khedive Ismail in 1869 opened the Suez Canal, 10 years after a French corporation began digging it, and in 1875 turned the canal over to the...
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