Captivity

To answer this complex question, philosophy professor Bryan Norton poses some additional concerns relevant to this issue. He notes that if in fact keeping these animals in captivity is ethical, then we must also discuss what specifically humans want to conserve (Norton 15). Is it limited just to animal species, or can it extend to populations, ecosystems, and natural processes? If we simply identify wild animals, then we must ask ourselves if we are preserving a wild species if the animals themselves are forced to spend their lives in captivity? He mentions a common analogy used among zoo professionals who refer themselves to a modern day Noah’s ark, preserving each species by removing individuals for conservation. If zoos represent a sanctuary from extinction, then we must also address if there will ever be a natural habitat to reintroduce the animals into, or if they be forced to remain on the zoos “Ark” indefinitely (Norton 16). Though the work of various ethical scholars and philosophers may not be able to provide a concrete answer to all of the respective questions, I will discuss the concept of reintroduction when analyzing the third argument of this essay.

I . Animal captivity is common in many zoos and aquariums worldwide. It has been going on for more than 50 years and many people enjoy watching it but it needs to end right away. Animals captivity is when they take a healthy animal from the wild and put them in bad conditions that tend to make them die faster. There has been a lot of deaths of animals and people from animals in captivity because they got taken away from their homes, and they aren’t used to being touched or screamed at to do something which they don't do it the wild. Cruelty towards animals in captivity can be reduced if animals could no longer be in captivity.

Zoos across the world claim to be safe, suitable homes that replicate habitats of animals that are usually found in the wild. However, there is no possible way for wild habitats to be replicated well enough for animals in captivity to thrive, animals are often separated and withheld from living as they would in the wild. Despite their argument of being educational for visitors, the only thing they are teaching the public is that it is ok to take animals out of the wild and lock them up for their own enjoyment. Regardless of these claims, zoos are inhumane.

According to Savannah Miller, another author, animals born in captivity are not able to return to the wild. Miller states, “From the first minute of life, animals born in captivity are exposed to humans and captive-animal care customs. Because of brain development patterns and learned behaviors during infancy, captive infants do not have the ability to survive in their natural habitats. Release creates anxiety for the animal, as they cannot acclimate to the ‘foreign’ environment, and eventually they perish either by predation or exposure. By keeping them in captivity we save them from certain death.” Of course, this could lead to an argument against breeding animals in captivity, but many of the captive-born animals are likely born unintentionally. Releasing captive-born animals into the wild may end with them going right back to captivity, as one of the sick or injured animals in need of

As a child, many people would often go to the zoo or to the circus and see animals in real life. In circuses, animals would often perform tricks and stunts, dazzling the audience. In the zoo, people would often see animals in their native habitat, or what looks like it. Children were mainly amazed with the animals and were always exited to go see the animals. As the years go by, they start to realize that some of the animals are suffering and are being mistreated, especially in circuses. They see that the animals in zoos are depressed and lonely and the animals in the circuses are chained up. What is worse is that animals in laboratories are often treated very poorly; more poorly than what Americans treat prisoners and refugees. There have been many debates on whether animals should be held in captivity. Some groups believe that animals should not be held in captivity because they have the same capacities as humans. They believe that animals can feel emotion and have a sense of morality. Animals in captivity are deprived of their natural habitat and their instincts. Animals raised in captivity tend to rely more on humans compared to animals raised in the wild. They also believe zookeepers and trainers are putting themselves at risk when taking care of the animals. There have been many incidents including the death of trainers by animals, one highlighted by the movie “Blackfish” by director Gabriela Cowperthwaite. There are others who believe that putting animals in captivity is beneficial for not only the animal, but for humans as well. Humans get more jobs if more animals are put into captivity because there is an increase in the amount of people needed. Another benefit of keeping animals in captivity is that it could help save a species who is endangered and close to going extinct. Another benefit is that it helps increase the amount of food available because some animals are raised for food. Putting animals in captivity wrong unless they are being used for the animal’s benefits.

Scientists, zoologists, and the staff at zoos all agree that by keeping species in captivity, the species is benefiting from it. For some species, captivity is the only reason why their species is surviving. For example, the amount of tigers that are owned by private individuals

Animals in captivity should be allowed because they can get healthy. The first reason they get healthy is there are rehabilitation programs. According to The Current, “Rehabilitation programs take ill or injured animals and nurse them to health so that they may be reintroduced back to the wild” ( Should Animals Be Kept In Captivity n. pag.). Rehabilitators learn to recognize and treat many kinds of medical and surgical problems (Duke et al. 97). Wildlife rehabilitation saves lives and returns many animals

Captive breeding has effect the Society in a big way. Most of the animals in the world, were all captive

The article, “Is Animal Captivity Wrong?” by Tauriq Moosa, it talks about how animal captivity is wrong and immoral. For Example, not letting wild animal’s hunt for one’s own food is wrong, Moosa states to the reader “Food, shelter, health care are aspects that can be provided” (2). To illustrate one is given everything that he or she needs instead of hunting for it and one do not have the ability to do things on their own if one is set free. This is important because animals in zoos are really programed to hunt for food and shelter not be given it.

In the early 1960s, the practice of capturing wild killer whales and placing them in amusement parks for entertainment and educational purposes came to rise. The captive whales brought in millions of dollars in revenue for amusement parks and allowed thousands of people to observe a tremendous creature in a much closer proximity than ever before. Crowds flocked in from across North America to witness an 8,000-pound marine mammal perform tricks and interact with trainers. Nearly 40 years later, as science progresses and public knowledge expands on both marine mammals and animal welfare, many scientists and animal rights activists to question the well-being of orcas in captivity. An in-depth analysis on the captivity of orcas reveals that there is growing opposition in regards to captivity conditions and practices that must be addressed by orca captors, in order to, combat opposition from activists and scientists who are supporting an end to orca captivity.

Freedom is everything to people, and animals alike. But animals in captivity are stripped from this. In SeaWorld and circuses, the animals are living their lives entertaining people and living their lives in cages or small enclosed pens. By keeping animals to remain in captivity people are taking away their freedom, forcing them to be used for entertainment, and not providing animals with the proper care.

Although keeping animals in captivity is bad because they don't get to be themselves they should keep animals in zoos or captivity because it helps the species not go extinct, it brings happiness to families that go to the zoo, and zoos bring in enough money to build better exhibits. Even though zoos still have negative impacts on animals lives they should still keep animals in

The topic of the treatment of captive animals in both zoos and aquariums is one of high controversy. It is argued that the capturing and breeding of wildlife, holding them in captivity may present them with unnecessary risks. This however is dependent on the species of animal.

The main goal of captive breeding is to help conserve animals that are endangered or threatened in the wild so that a species does not become extinct. By holding the worlds species in captivity, we can save their genetic material from complete elimination. Other advantages of captured breeding include the following: “A recreation of the natural habitat, protection from predators, and a decrease in illness or malnutrition” that they would otherwise suffer from in the wild (Primrack, 361). Breeding programs also enrich the populations of animal species. Cross breeding can increase the gene pool of an animal’s species, and most importantly, animals that are hurt, injured, or need intense care will receive it in captivity. Captive breeding focuses mainly on threatened species with low diversity. For example, there are many bird species that are declining in population more and more every day. The threats that have led to their decline include habitat loss, degradation, invasive species, and exploitation. Researchers found that, “Sixteen species of birds would have gone extinct in the absence of conservation intervention” (Butchart, 268). Overall, captive breeding slowed their rate of decline and prevented extinction by successfully addressing main threats, such as habitat destruction and pollution. Captive breeding may be a last resort solution however, with the rapid increase of natural

According to PBS.com there are 16,928 species listed as endangered, and captive breeding may be their only chance for survival. However; studies have shown that captive breeding has not been as successful as it was thought to have been. When performing captive breeding techniques and releasing these animals back into the wild, they do not know how to maintain life. To increase the chances of animals surviving after captive breeding is preformed; we must preserve and protect wild habitats. For animals to endure survival, they must also be trained on how to eat, defend themselves, find a mate, and uphold adequate shelter. Seeing that this can be very time consuming, and cost a lot of money, public funding and support is necessary.