Assignment task: Conservation of Biodiversity
Preserving individual species in human care is not enough to protect global biodiversity. Conservation of intact ecosystems is the only change for the survival of our planet's wildlife. A steadily increasing number of zoos and aquariums have recognized that the challenge of biodiversity conservation is saving wild species and habitats. Zoos and aquariums have increased their conservation efforts through education, captive animal research and breeding programs and as a triage for elderly animals.
Explore the conservation goals set for zoos and explore your local zoo and their conservation efforts.
- Summary of zoo conservation purpose and efforts.
- What are zoos doing to help with preservation and conservation of biodiversity?
- What is the goal?
- How successful have zoos, in general been?
- Name and describe your local zoo's conservation efforts.
- Zoo's name and location.
- What are examples of the zoos efforts to preserve and conserve? (in general)
- Choose two animals located at your local zoo: identify their status (endangered etc.).
- Name and describe the two animals you have chosen.
- Describe their status in the wild and at the zoo.
- Describe concerns, treatments and support regarding each animal