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Small cats (subfamily Felinae) in Zoos in the Czech and Slovak Republic.
JAMBOROVÁ, Marcela
Felidae are an attractive group of carnivores for research and the general public. In the wild, they are threatened by habitat loss, persecution and hunting, and in some species by a reduction in genetic variability. Zoos play an important role in halting the process of extinction, specialised breeding programmes play a crucial role in saving endangered cat species. The thesis provides an up-to-date overview of the taxa of small cats kept in zoos in the Czech and Slovak Republic. By analysing breeding data from UCSZOO yearbooks from 2015-2022, the most reproductively successful species were the caracal (Caracal caracal), the Bengal cat (Prionailurus bengalensis euptilurus) and the margay (Leopardus wiedi). The most successful zoo in breeding small cats were Zoo Dv. Králové, Zoo Ohrada and Zoo Jihlava. The cooperation of member zoos with European zoos creates a functional unit in the breeding of felids themselves, ensuring geonetic variability, thus contributing to the continuous strengthening of captive populations of small cats.
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Visitors' satisfaction with ZOO Jihlava - first versus repeated visitors
STRAKOVÁ, Aneta
Zoos are among the popular tourist attractions. However, the operation of the zoo is very costly, and their sustainability is directly dependent on attendance. It is therefore necessary to know the satisfaction of the visitors and to understand their demands. Visitor satisfaction is a key factor in repeated visits and the proliferation of good reputation.
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Attitudes of zoologists and general public on breeding of different groups of mammals kept in zoo
Vágnerová, Kristýna ; Trnka, Radek (advisor) ; Karadžos, Alexis (referee)
The aim of the thesis is to answer the question how differ the attitudes of zoologists and general public on suitability of various mammals kept in zoos. The theory of cultural stereotypes is theoretical starting point where i assume that evaluation is influenced on the basis of cultural stereotypes among general public (n = 100) versus expert evaluation of graduates of zoology (n = 60). Questionnaire with a scale enumeration concerning the assessment of the suitability of selected groups of mammals for breeding in zoos was used as the main data collection instrument. Results of the survey showed that experts evaluated the suitability of mamals for breeding in zoo more positive than laymens in general. According general public were equines and rodents rated as relatively unsuitable for breeding in zoos in comparison with expert evaluation. Elephant, orangutan, platypus, tiger, bear and cheetah were rated as relatively suitable for breeding in zoos by general public against expert evaluation. The possible interpretation might be that these mammals belong to the most popular and therefore respondents want to experience personal contact with them. Statistical testing found no gender differences in the rating. Key words: zoos, public attitudes, zoologists' attitudes, mammals, cultural stereotypes,...
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Legal Regulation of Animal Protection Ex Situ in USA and the Czech Republic
Štíbrová, Andrea ; Stejskal, Vojtěch (advisor) ; Damohorský, Milan (referee)
Legal Regulation of Animal Protection Ex Situ in USA and the Czech Republic This thesis aims to compare the legislation of animal protection ex situ in the Czech Republic and USA. The content is systematically divided in two sections. First section focuses on different law systems, which is international, national and local legislation. Second section explains the law used in different institutions that provide ex situ protection, such as zoos, aquariums, wildlife sanctuaries, etc. The thesis describes different legal approaches and uses several examples for a practical comparison. In its conclusion the thesis sums up the negatives and positives of each legislation and their overall quality and efficiency. The thesis also points out some of the desirable solutions to some current problems and a possible development in the area.
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ZOO´s offer as a visitor attraction of tourism in Czech republic
Knytlová, Magdalena ; Valentová, Jana (advisor) ; Macáková, Lucie (referee)
The bachelor thesis aim at offer of zoos in Czech Republic and analyse their popularity among people. The main aim of this bachelor thesis is to evaluate the offer of zoos in Czech Republic in consideration of their position among other visitor's attractions. First of all there are characterised basic terms related to this thesis. Then zoo is presented also as visitor attraction. Moreover, the offer of zoos in Czech Republic is analysed in detail. Primary survey is also a part of this thesis. This survey consists of questionnaire survey and direct questioning. In conclusion the author summarize the results of primary survey and suggest some steps for improvement of attractiveness of zoos.
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