Kangaroos are one of the most recognizable and fascinating animals in the world. Despite their amazing physical characteristics and behaviors, they have become regular inhabitants of zoos all around the world. Some people may think that zoos are beneficial for them, and others may argue that it's cruel to confine them for human entertainment. In this essay, I will explore why kangaroos shouldn't be kept in zoos, taking into account their habitat requirements, natural habitats, behaviors, as well as probable harm to their well-being.
Kangaroos are native to Australia. Their habitat consists of woods, grasslands, forests, and scrublands. They are known for their hind legs, large feet, long tails, sharp teeth, and small heads. They are the only large mammals that use hopping as their main way of getting around. They touch each other's noses and sniff each other to bond. Males will often box to show dominance. Females have pouches in which their babies, called joeys complete postnatal development. In their natural habitat, they can survive by fulfilling their needs for food, water, and shelter. They will often swim away to avoid predators and use their paws to drown them. They are more than capable of taking care of themselves.
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In the wild, they roam over large land. The confinement of zoos cannot provide these basic needs. No zoo can replicate the natural habitat requirements for any animal. Their right to roam and graze freely is taken away from them. Their natural habitat gives them access to a variety of dietary options, which can not be achieved in a zoo. As a result, zoos may provide artificial diets that can be insufficient in