Also, expansion may be necessary to provide animal habitats and enclosures that meet updated Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines in order for the zoo to continue accreditation, which is very important for animal welfare. There are also exhibits that provide high impact viewing and interactivity that don't require a gobs of space. Examples would be aquatic animal exhibits such as Sea Otters or River Otters, Beavers, Sea Lions, Alligatiors and Crocodiles.
Conversation about: Zoo to stay put for the time being
Also, expansion may be necessary to provide animal habitats and enclosures that meet updated Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) guidelines in order for the zoo to continue accreditation, which is very important for animal welfare. There are also exhibits that provide high impact viewing and interactivity that don't require a gobs of space. Examples would be aquatic animal exhibits such as Sea Otters or River Otters, Beavers, Sea Lions, Alligatiors and Crocodiles.