Master Planning of Zoos - Central Zoo Authority

Biological themes
n Population dynamics
n Adaptation
n Evolution
n Natural selection
n Conservation breeding
n Conservation management
techniques
Evaluation
Proceedings of
Training Programme
Master Planning
of Zoos
Cultural themes
n Species in cultural and religious
beliefs
n Domestication of species
n Good husbandry
n Appropriate nutrition
n Appropriate habitat
Zoo communication with visitors
n Display boards
n Interpretation staff
n Volunteers
n Electronic communication, Information screen
- Internet - Touch screens
In-situ conservation education
n Zoo exhibits to generate understanding and appreciation for in-situ
conservation
n Co-ordinated captive breeding programme for re-introduction
n Zoos and NGO to work in partnership for in-situ conservation programme
n Aids in planning for effectiveness of education programme
n Reflects change in people's attitude
n Use variety of methods to evaluate education programme
Casual observation, Surveys ,Questionnaire
Zoo Exhibit Evaluation
Visitor's perception of good exhibit. (Visitor Survey)
n Length of stay n Return visits
n Healthy animals n Increase in visitation
n Understanding the message n More support from people
Zoo staff training
Zoo education requires
Skill, Creativity, Inventiveness
n Use wide variety of education techniques
n Professional approach
n Knowledge of composition and motivation of zoo public
n Formulate education plan
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