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508 - How do zoos support global conservation efforts?

Zoos help with global conservation in several ways:

1. Breeding programs: They breed endangered animals in a safe environment to increase their population and later release them into the wild.
2. Research and study: Zoos allow scientists to study animal behavior, habitats, and health, which helps us understand how to protect them better.
3. Animal rescue and rehabilitation: Zoos take care of injured or abandoned animals and help them recover to be released back into the wild.
4. Education and awareness: Zoos teach people about the importance of conservation and the needs of different animal species.
5. Supporting conservation projects: Many zoos partner with organizations to protect animals and their habitats in the wild.

By working together, zoos can make a big difference in helping to protect and preserve animal species around the world.