wild-things

wild-things

7/6/2013

link

https://longform.org/stories/wild-things

summary

In this longform article, the author delves into the complexities of the exotic animal trade by focusing on the story of a man who imported and kept exotic animals in his private zoo. The article explores the man's motivations for collecting such animals and the ethical questions surrounding this practice. It delves into the emotional and psychological aspects of the man's relationship with his animals and offers insights into the potential dangers and consequences of the exotic animal trade. Through a mix of personal anecdotes, interviews, and investigative reporting, the article paints a vivid and thought-provoking picture of the world of wild animals in captivity.

tags

wildlife education ꞏ animal rights activism ꞏ animal conservation ꞏ wildlife conservation efforts ꞏ animal behavior ꞏ wildlife rehabilitation ꞏ nature conservation ꞏ wildlife conservation ꞏ animal habitats ꞏ animal rights ꞏ animal welfare ꞏ wildlife sanctuaries ꞏ animal migration ꞏ wilderness ꞏ wildlife conservation initiatives ꞏ animals ꞏ animal conservation organizations ꞏ animal rescue ꞏ animal tracking ꞏ animal research ꞏ animal species ꞏ wildlife photography ꞏ outdoor adventure ꞏ animal appreciation ꞏ wildlife preservation ꞏ wildlife protection ꞏ endangered species ꞏ environmentalism ꞏ animal intelligence ꞏ wildlife ꞏ animal communication ꞏ biodiversity ꞏ wildlife management ꞏ national parks ꞏ wildlife documentaries ꞏ natural history ꞏ animal welfare organizations ꞏ animal documentaries ꞏ conservation ꞏ nature ꞏ animal populations ꞏ ecology ꞏ animal extinction