• ColeSloth@discuss.tchncs.de
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    1 year ago

    People donate and will want to protect things they can see and experience. Zoos are an experience that help the public want to protect animals.

    • usernamesAreTricky@lemmy.mlOP
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      1 year ago

      From the article

      On the contrary, most people don’t read the educational plaques at zoos, and according to polls of zoo-goers, most go to spend time with friends or family — to enjoy themselves and be entertained, not to learn about animals and their needs. One study found the level of environmental concern reported by attendees before they entered the zoo was similar to those who were polled at the exits.

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        1 year ago

        People can’t even be expected to read stuff that pertains directly to their life and well being, can’t expect them to read recreationally. But the zoo doesn’t need attendees to read to give them money. That money goes into directly helping wildlife.