Once 30 million strong now down to a few thousands in reserves around the world.This one ranges the plains of Toronto zoo, and is seen here exiting stage left for some shade perhaps?
The zoo had two Polar Bears, one of which has recently died of suspected West Nile Virus a disease common to all US states and provinces in Canada since its first detection in 1999.
During the summer months Toronto issues warnings about removing standing water from properties, in an effort to reduce mosquito numbers and therefore control the disease carriers. Global warming is blamed for the presence of increased numbers of mosquitos in Canada. The near extinct status of the Bison was not due to global warming, the Polar Bear was unlucky to be in captivity.
We spent an enjoyable day at the zoo until comming to the Bears and Big cats etc. The Tiger was not happy, most of the patrons were eating and bored, the zoo has a questionable role in society despite some excellent research on species preservation.
The case for keeping the public out, and allowing more time for researchers to attempt captive breeding in much larger habitats , falls down when you ask were the money will come from?
3 comments:
why not let the patrons roam freely among the animals? You could charge more for the privilage, and cut down on the cost of lion food
Great idea, see if the lion`s initial attrraction is to pizza, burgers or that mystery stuff in kfc
or what's in the double-wide stroller
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