Zoo Check
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Zoo Check is an animal welfare organization, co-founded by conservationist and actor Bill Travers, that campaigns against the captivity and exploitation of wild animals.
Statements (35)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
animal welfare organization
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non-governmental organization ⓘ |
| advocatesFor |
improved standards in zoos
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protection of wild animals in captivity ⓘ stronger animal welfare legislation ⓘ |
| associatedWith | Born Free Foundation NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| campaignsAgainst |
captivity of wild animals
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exploitation of wild animals ⓘ inadequate zoo regulation ⓘ poor conditions in zoos ⓘ use of wild animals in circuses ⓘ |
| coFoundedBy |
Bill Travers
NERFINISHED
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Virginia McKenna NERFINISHED ⓘ Will Travers NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| country | United Kingdom ⓘ |
| field |
animal protection
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animal rights ⓘ conservation ⓘ |
| focusesOn |
animal welfare
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captive animals ⓘ wild animals ⓘ |
| foundedBy |
Bill Travers
NERFINISHED
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Virginia McKenna NERFINISHED ⓘ Will Travers NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| hasKeyPerson |
Bill Travers
NERFINISHED
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Virginia McKenna NERFINISHED ⓘ Will Travers NERFINISHED ⓘ |
| method |
investigations of zoos
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lobbying governments ⓘ public awareness campaigns ⓘ publishing reports ⓘ |
| notableFor |
campaigns against zoo captivity
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highlighting welfare problems in zoos ⓘ influencing public opinion on zoos ⓘ |
| predecessorOf | Born Free Foundation NERFINISHED ⓘ |
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