With only an estimated 400 or less of them, left in the wild Sumatran tigers Panthera tigris sumatrae are especially in need of a good and enriching environment to live within Auckland Zoo. Tasking the keepers with not only basic care of them such as feeding and washing, but also keeping the tigers healthy enough physically to breed and conserve the dying species, while also keep them sane within their small and caged environment, to educate the public with the beauty of the animal along with what's happening to them and how to stop or at least try to stop them from being one of the three already extinct subspecies of tiger. This report shows clearly Auckland Zoo's role in the successful provision of a biophysical environment of the born in captivity Sumatran tigers currently living within the zoo grounds. Comparing the role of the tiger’s survival in the wild vs the environment that the captive tigers live in. Inclusive of an analysis on the consequences on current and past human activity within the Sumatran tigers biophysical environment in connection to a manageable future, majorly focusing on the three current Sumatrans at Auckland Zoo and the decreasing amount in the wild. Last but not least this report will also show role we have seen Auckland Zoo play in the upkeep of the Sumatran tigers along with the difficulties and gratifying results shown through the education of the public and how they may play a key part in maintaining the survival of the species, in association with cultural, social, economical and environmental sustainability. The Sumatran Tiger's Habitat. In the inhabited island of Sumatra the Sumatran tiger Panthera tigris sumatrae lives within a diverse ecological niche. Tigers in general can live in a variety ... ... middle of paper ... ...s. What may seem like such a simple thing can cause many negative things for both the humans and the tigers affected. Because the size of the tigers hunting range would not change they would begin finding easy prey through the farmers livestock, which would cost money for the farmers, thus causing them to become angry with the predators taking what may be their life source. This gives the tiger a bad reputation within the community as well as scary them again causing tigers to be possibly be killed for the towns peoples safety. So along with killing the tigers due to territory overlapment they are also taking away space for the tigers natural prey as well as squeezing all the tigers together causing more territorial battles within the species through intraspecific competition. Making it harder for tigers to reproduce as there is limited places for them to go.
Have you ever seen an animal sitting in a cage all alone with nothing to do. Well, zoos are trying to change that fact. They will allow the animals to live in an environment that is like their home. Many people don't realize this, but zoo are keeping and breeding these animals because they would not survive in the wild alone. In the three passages, ¨The Stripes Will Survive,¨ ¨The Zood Go Wild from No More Dodos,¨ ¨Our Beautiful Macaws and Why They Need Enrichment.¨ All of these articles present one claim, that is that the role of zoos is no longer to keep animal, but to protect them.
...and especially to the ecosystem with the killing of those animals and primarily the poisons that they use can totally destroy an ecosystem and do much more harm than good.
Hunting Black Bears and Grizzlies could be affecting their population that is already low, but hunting with bait, dogs, different kind of guns and tactics, is negatively affecting how many are killed during a hunting season. The numbers are low there is a chance the bears are outnumbered by hunters and there tactics. The number of hunters privileged with a bear tag should be limited this could negatively or positively affect the populations.
For starters, invasive species could harm the animals that currently live in that area. For example, Burmese Pythons have invaded Everglades National Park. One tourist saw an alligator and the more dangerous than skydiving without a parachute snake (MET) fighting to the death. These snakes are endangering many animals from the area. Some of the species we love could go extinct if they get attacked by these fearful species. Without these invasive species making there way into town, we could continue to love the animals we already have. Without a doubt, these predators are putting a risk to our wildlife.
...leaving a little portion of land to the animals is not that bad. The reintroduction of wolves in Yellowstone has been very beneficial to the ecosystem. We tried to eliminate this species but in the end, we need to ask ourselves the question, do we really need to eliminate another species based on our own biases and fears? We need to look past personal gain, and leave nature to take its course.
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Since approximately 1250 B.C., ancient Egyptians had created and practiced the capture and display of animals in what are now known as zoos (Fravel). Records describe such exotic animals as birds, lions, giraffes, and tigers in captivity (Fravel). Since then, zoos have continued to entertain millions with the exciting chance to view exotic animals up close and personal. Even in ancient Greece, exotic animals were on display in fighting arenas, and in enclosed viewing areas. Originally in America, zoos were just created so that royalty and the wealthy could flaunt their exotic animals to the public (Leolupus). Today, with species threatened and habitats disappearing worldwide, zoos are serving a new purpose other than the mere exhibition of animals – conservation. (Fravel). When you think of a zoo, you either think of a fun, entertaining place that provides close-up and exciting exhibits of wild animals that you would otherwise never get the chance to see, or a place where people keep suffering, unhappy animals captive just for entertainment and display. However, despite whichever view you hold, and despite the stereotypes, some zoos have evolved to serve alternative and helpful purposes. Although some zoos face controversy due to allegations such as lack of space and quality care, neglect, and cruelty, some zoos have programs specifically designed to help and protect animal species. For example, these zoos have programs that help such conservation efforts as breeding.
Some people may argue that zoos protect animals and species under this polluted world, however, do animals in zoos really need our “help”? Yes, but surely not that many. According to Captive Animals Protection Society (CAPS), 79% of animals in United Kingdom zoos and over 70% of elephants in European zoos are wild-caught. It seems that zoos need them rather than they need zoos.
"How Zoos Are Saving Our Animals." – Features – ABC Environment (Australian Broadcasting Corporation). N.p., n.d. Web. 03 May 2015.
Tigers are the largest members of the cat family. They live in Asia and belong to the same genus as the lion, leopard, and jaguar. Two major subspecies of the tiger are the Siberian tiger and the Bengal tiger. The tiger is thought to have originated in northern Asia during the Pleistocene Epoch.
The Siberian tiger is a solitary animal, preferring to travel and hunt alone or with a small pack. This animal lives in mountainous regions and heavily forested areas.
This provides a legal safety net to stop and slow down the loss of plant and animal species. They hold federal agencies and others accountable for complying with laws protecting rare/endangered animals using persuasion and cooperation. They recommend increased funding for private landowners and conservation programs that could benefit animals. They protect and restore habitats that were lost. NWF also reduces threats to wildlife that can lead to endangerment including loss of habitat and pollution. India is now halting tiger tourism to prevent extinction of the animals. About 1,411 of these animals live in the wild, and they are in danger of being “loved to death.” Experts fear these big cats will become extinct in only five years. Poaching is the main reason for many deaths, but tourism has also impacted the tigers. The tourist vehicles drive away the tigers prey and hotels have been built over passageways the tigers used to travel from one place to another. Alligators, Bald Eagles, Wolves, Grizzly Bears, and Whooping Cranes were all saved by the U.S Endangered Species Act (ESA). The WWF is addressing the major threats to Australia’s
"Indonesia's 'nightmare' Zoo." The Telegraph. Telegraph Media Group, 21 Oct. 0013. Web. 26 Mar. 2014.
In the last forty years, Panda’s natural habitats have decreased by more than fifty percent. Their habitats get destroyed so quickly that they have little time to adjust and find their necessities to survive. Logging, infrastructure, and fuel development are a few of the many excuses used in attempt to validate this desolation. The panda’s habitats are fragmented as w...