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Zoos aren’t for animals. They’re for us. | Zoos say they’re leaders in protecting wildlife. But is it true? (www.vox.com)

submitted 1 year ago by usernamesAreTricky@lemmy.ml to c/green@lemmy.ml

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[–] IMongoose@lemmy.world 7 points 1 year ago (1 children)

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.

[–] Gloomy@mander.xyz -2 points 1 year ago (1 children)

5 % of or, according to the article.

[–] wildginger@lemmy.myserv.one 4 points 1 year ago

Which translates to millions of dollars a year, and doesnt account for the money spent maintaining the animals well being.