Captive Breeding Programs in Zoos

question 22

Multiple Choice

Captive breeding programs in zoos

• A)eliminate the need to preserve critical habitats.
• B)require the captive population to number between 100 and 500.
• C)increase the genetic variability of species.
• D)are relatively inexpensive to operate.
• E)are used for all zoo species.

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