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... > social science subjects > sociology > anthropology > geography/geology > biogeography > animal geographies > zoos
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... > social science subjects > sociology > environmental, urban and regional sociology > environmental sociology > animals > zoos
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... > social science subjects > sociology > race, ethnicity and migration > gender and family > leisure > leisure park > zoos
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social science subjects > sociology > anthropology > physical/biological anthropology > zoos

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zoos  

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  • The historical predecessors of modern zoos were primarily showcases of empire or poorlymaintained public spectacles, but zoos now promote themselves as institutions dedicated to conservation and education. Animal rights advocates and conservationists today debate the implications of zoos for threatened wildlife species and the ethics of animal captivity. [Source: Encyclopedia of Environment and Society; Zoos]

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