Zoo Ethics examines the workings of modern zoos and considers the core ethical challenges that face those who choose to hold and display animals in zoos, aquariums or sanctuaries. Using recognised ethical frameworks and case studies of ‘wicked problems’, this book explores the value of animal life and the impacts of modern zoos, including the costs to animals in terms of welfare and the loss of liberty. It also considers the positive welfare and health outcomes of many animals held in zoos, the increased attention and protection for their species in the wild, and the enjoyment and education of the people who visit zoos. A thoughtfully researched work written in a highly readable style, Zoo Ethics will empower students of animal ethics and veterinary sciences, zoo and aquarium professionals. 256 p.

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• Jenny Gray. PhD in Ethics. President of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums, Chief Executive Officer of Zoos Victoria, Melbourne (Australia).
  
   
• Publication date (print & electronic format): 2017-07 - CSIRO Publishing (Division of Cornell University Press).