Is it cruel to keep exotic animals as pets? People across the world are keeping wild, sometimes dangerous creatures in captivity. But some say the real victims are the animals, not the humans they attack.
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Captive: Keeping large cats as pets raises major concerns about welfare, public safety and their complex needs. These wild animals require specialised care and environments few home can provide. Glossary
Hybrid - A mixture of two distinct species that combine to form one organism.
Amphitheatre - An open circular or oval building with a space for drama or sports events surrounded by seats for spectators.
Colonial Era - A period in history, primarily from the 15th to mid-20th centuries, when European powers took control of other countries and established colonies across the globe.
Menageries - Collections of animals kept in captivity for human entertainment.
Utilitarian - A school of ethics that focuses on maximising people’s happiness and minimising their suffering.
Sentient - Able to perceive or feel things.