TED Talks
Ted: Ted Ed: Why No Aquarium Has a Great White Shark
Many have tried to keep a white shark in captivity, but most of these attempts ended with dead sharks. Vox explains why. [5:54]
Other
Enrichment 101 : A Basic Overview
This article gives a good overview of the topic of captive animal enrichment -- keeping captive animals healthy and thriving. Good for those interested in animal welfare, animal keeping occupations, or a general interest in the whole...
Read Works
Read Works: Heart Sick
[Free Registration/Login Required] An informational text about gorillas in captivity who are dying from a disease that affects their hearts. A question sheet is available to help students build skills in reading comprehension.
Smithsonian Institution
Smithsonian National Zoo: Small Mammals
The Smithsonian National Zoological Park explores the lives of small mammals, both in the wild and in captivity. Choose a webcam to view a variety of small mammals live and up-close, learn about current conservation efforts, access an...
Unique Australian Animals
Unique Australian Animals: Western Swamp Tortoise
Use this site to the facts about an endangered Australian tortoise called the Western Swamp Tortoise.
Tramline
Tramline: Antarctica Field Trip
"What are the native land mammals of Antarctica? Do you know what Nanatuks are? Did you realize that if you use rainfall as a measure, Antarctica is by definition a desert?" Find the answers to these questions and more in this...
Other
Voyage to the Deep: Vent Crab
Learn about vent crabs in this overview that includes a QuickTime video clip and several photos.
Curated OER
Don't Be Cruel Animals Are Not Pets
Read and view the squirrel who went mad in captivity but now has regained his freedom and sanity.
Curated OER
Don't Be Cruel Animals Are Not Pets
Read and view the squirrel who went mad in captivity but now has regained his freedom and sanity.
Curated OER
Science Kids: Science Images: Albino Alligator
This photo shows a rare albino American alligator in captivity. Learn more about alligators by checking out our wide range of interesting alligator facts for kids.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: The New Zoos: Return to the Wild
Explore the history of zoos, and design blueprints for an enriched "new zoo." Research genetic problems in captive animals.
PBS
Pbs: Nature: Walking With Giants: The Grizzlies of Siberia
This site gives lots of great information on grizzly bears in Siberia. Read about living near grizzlies, baby bears, and captivity of these animals.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of Natural History: American Mammals: Black Footed Ferret
Once widespread in the grasslands and western basins of North America, by 1987 Black-footed Ferrets were thought to be extinct in the wild. Captive animals were bred in an effort to save the species, and in 1991, some were reintroduced...