Epicure & Culture, a travel website, recently asked wildlife experts and animal advocates, including Adam M. Roberts, CEO of Born Free USA and Born Free Foundation, whether zoos can ever be ethical. According to Roberts, a responsible zoo is one that provides a home for animals in need and “does not breed, import from the wild, commercially trade in or remove animals from the premises, or have animal performances or public contact.” He went on to add that some good alternatives to zoos are sanctuaries accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries and nature-based tourism that doesn’t involve animal captivity, like visiting state or national parks.
Link: Epicure & Culture