Rostock Zoo
I never know whether I should hate or love zoos; I feel bad about displaying captive animals but I’m aware of the fact that there are also many benefits of keeping animals in captivity. If zoos are done well, they can actually play a very important role. For instance, some zoos seek to protect endangered species or they rehabilitate injured wildlife.
Here are some photos from our recent visit to Rostock Zoo. FYI, Rostock Zoo was founded in 1899 and it covers 56 hectares. There are 4,500 animals from 320 species.
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I have always felt positive about zoos. Sometimes what is learned by observing animals in the zoo is beneficial to their survival in the wild (or what is left of it).
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I agree with you. However, I try to go to more humane zoos. Last year I was quite shocked about the zoo in Budapest. The animals seemed really stressed and lonely.
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Understood. We once went to the old Atlanta zoo almost thirty years ago. It was closed shortly after that visit, refurbished including replacement of the entire staff and reopened.
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Great photos – loved the emu!
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Lovely photos! Especially the emu/ostrich;)
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Thanks! Yes, emu was great, really funny!
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They are lovely pics 🙂 which country are you in? (I’m in the UK and don’t where that is! I read a book once about Rostock on Don, but that was Russia!) 🙂
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I’m in Germany until June. We also visited the town of Rostock. That will be my next post 😉
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Nice post !! I totally agree with you on the ‘humane zoo’ thing. Some really take great care of the animals and of course conserving endangered species is a primary function. Unfortunately we humans have messed things up for ourselves and our fellow beings.
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Exactly! I can’t agree with you more. Gorillas seemed to be so bored. I felt so sorry for them. They must be so frustrated to be kept in captivity.
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Nobody laments the plight of plants in a botanical garden. I am glad I can enjoy them without feeling conflicted. Or should I?
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Hmm… Do you think that plants are unhappy in a botanical garden? I must admit that I’ve never thought about it.
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No. I meant they were taken from where they belong and their former niche might need them for seed, pollen, fruit, etc
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I see what you mean. You are right. Nobody really talks about it!
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I have read many books on plant pilfering. The Orchid Thief by Susan Orlean is one of the best.
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I’ll check it out and will tell you what I think. Thanks so much!
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Anytime, far-away friend.
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🙂
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The book is actually based on a true story.
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