Is it responsible to visit zoos? Some argue that animals in zoos suffer physically and mentally by being enclosed. But zoos can also be really important for conservation, and make learning about wildlife more widely accessible.

To learn more about the industry of zoos, aquariums, and roadside animal attractions, we're chatting with Stacia Lock. She explains the ethics behind zoos, and what it’ll take to make animal and wildlife tourism more responsible.

Guest: Stacia Lock

Resources:

https://stumblesafari.com/wildlife-vs-animal-tourism-whats-the-difference/

https://stumblesafari.com/aza-and-roadside-zoos-whats-the-difference/

https://www.aza.org/find-a-zoo-or-aquarium 

https://stumblesafari.com/ethical-animals-and-coasters-why-i-love-busch-gardens/ 

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Written and Hosted by: Erin Hynes

Producer: Kattie Laur

Music from Motion Array

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