Behind the bars: 5 concerning dangers in zoos
Step behind the bars as we uncover five concerning dangers lurking within zoos, shedding light on the potential issues faced by both animals and visitors alike.
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5. Safety risks
Despite their controlled environments, zoos can pose safety hazards to both animals and visitors. Incidents of animal escapes or attacks on visitors highlight the potential dangers of housing wild animals in close proximity to humans.
For example, The 2014 Delhi Zoo incident involved the tragic death of a young man who was mauled by a white tiger at the Delhi National Zoological Park in India. The incident occurred on September 23, 2014, and it garnered significant media attention and sparked discussions about safety measures in zoos and the responsibility of both zoo authorities and visitors.
In this particular incident, the man reportedly climbed over a fence and entered the enclosure of the white tiger. Subsequently, the tiger attacked him, leading to his death. The incident raised concerns about the need for better safety protocols and awareness among visitors about the dangers of approaching or provoking animals in captivity. The video below shows the incident.
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