Not even a hundred days of lockdown and all of us are complaining about not being able to roam around freely. About how we feel caged. This is how the animals kept in zoos feel every single day till they die. We are all guilty of visiting these places but it's time it has to stop.

The animals have filthy living conditions, they live in crammed spaces with not enough or no exposure to the outside environment. They face the stress of being faced with so many humans as most of the wildlife is human shy. The containment leads to dampening of the natural instincts. When animals are born in captivity, they become dependent on humans. They don't face the natural predators or the competition animals usually feel in the wildlife, which affects everything from physical health to mating habits. Most wild animals thrive when they can live in their natural habitat. When we bring them into an enclosure of any type, then it can have a direct and adverse impact on their health. Orcas are an excellent example of this issue. Their lifespan sees a reduction of 70% when they live in captivity. Zoos can struggle to stay profitable. Many zoos are failing to meet their annual financial targets. A zoo can be focused on the profits instead of the welfare of the animal. Conservation programs do not guarantee the survival of a species.

Covid19 is giving a realistic first hand experience to humans about how bad it can be to live in a small cramped space. So I'm asking the people to sign this petition and get this movement in action.