zoo keeper

How have you noticed a difference in animal care or welfare philosophy in AZA zoos in the US vs EAZA zoos in Europe? Genuinely curious to learn more about the differences from people with experience in either type of facility. This is a question mostly for keepers but volunteers and guests...

Hi all, I came across the forum by chance and decided to sign up! Although my day job is note remotely related to zoology. I've been involved in conservation for over 15 years through in-situ and ex-situ voluntary work in the EMEA region. Currently, a volunteer primate keeper at ZSL London...

The zoo world has gone surprisingly (or perhaps not) quiet over the unfortunate incident with the Reindeer. Up to now it has had little attention from the paper press though the footage has been shown on television. I would very much like to see an explanation somewhere. In the meantime I am...