Zoos Face Challenges as Animals Age and Birth Rates Decline

Zoos are encountering a growing problem as their animal populations age and the number of young animals decreases, due to animals living longer lives.

23 Feb, 06:08 — 23 Feb, 06:08

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Zoos are vital institutions for wildlife conservation, particularly for endangered species, relying on successful breeding programs to maintain healthy, genetically diverse populations. The increasing longevity of zoo animals coupled with declining birth rates poses a significant challenge to these efforts, potentially hindering their ability to contribute to species survival and reintroduction programs. This situation forces zoos to re-evaluate their long-term strategies for animal management, genetic diversity, and their overall role in global conservation.

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ZoosInstitutions managing captive animal populations and conservation efforts Wildlife Conservation OrganizationsGroups dedicated to protecting endangered species, often partnering with zoos Animal Welfare ExpertsProfessionals ensuring the health and well-being of zoo animals The PublicZoo visitors and supporters, whose interest in young animals is noted Svenska DagbladetNews outlet covering the story AftonbladetNews outlet covering the story

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Gamla djur och få ungar – djurparkers svåra problem

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Gamla djur och få ungar – djurparkers svåra problem

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svenska-dagbladet3h ago

Gamla djur och få ungar – djurparkers svåra problem

De söta djurungarna blir färre medan de gamla djuren blir fler. Djurparkernas djur lever längre – något som skapar problem i kampen för att rädda hotade arter.

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aftonbladet3h ago