what is zoo

A zoo is a facility where animals are kept within enclosures for public exhibition and often bred for conservation purposes. The term "zoo" is short for "zoological garden" or "zoological park." Zoos are meant to entertain and educate the public, with a strong emphasis on scientific research and species conservation. They usually contain a wide variety of animals native to different parts of the Earth and are regulated and inspected by the government. The primary purpose of zoos is to provide intensive care for animals that may not be possible in nature reserves or sanctuaries