This article was originally published with the title “ Are Wild Animals in Captivity Really Wild? ” in Scientific American Magazine Vol. 190 No. 5 (May 1954), p. 76 doi:10.1038 ...

Wild, majestic, and undeniably captivating, big cats like lions, tigers, and leopards have always fascinated humans. However, ...

Whales and dolphins are complex social animals and are not well suited for a life in captivity. When confined ... system and that of our children—promoting the view that these wild animals should be ...

Wildlife living a long life in captivity does not guarantee living conditions are humane—quality of life can suffer even if quantity of life does not. When, however, wildlife does not survive well in ...

Guinness World Records Confirms Texas Great Dane Named Zeus Is the Tallest Live Male Dog A wombat typically lives up to 15 years in the wild and 20 years in captivity, according to World Wildlife ...

There are serious ethical issues with keeping exotic animals (wild animals not native to B.C.) in captivity. It’s virtually impossible for a zoo or aquarium to meet the needs of exotic animals.