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Visiting zoos and aquariums can influence positive behavioural changes and attitudes, a new study has found.
Tom Anstey | Planet Attractions | 17 May 2024
Visiting zoos and aquariums can influence positive behavioural changes and attitudes, a new study has found.
Led by researchers at the University of Sheffield in collaboration with Chester Zoo, the study showed that, on average, people know more about conservation, feel more positive about conservation and are more likely to take action after visiting zoos and aquariums. Behavioural changes included things such as checking to see if the products they buy in supermarkets contain sustainable palm oil.
Researchers brought together findings from more than 50 studies in more than 38 zoos and aquariums worldwide, to analyse the effect on visitors’ conservation knowledge, beliefs and behaviour.
The new study, which is the first of its kind, will help zoos and aquariums like Chester Zoo to assess how well they are meeting their targets on influencing the... More from University of Sheffield
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