Slovak Zoo Enthusiast Warns Against Making Animals Internet Stars

Karol Mišovic, who has visited nearly 180 zoos across Europe, warns against harmful trends in modern zoos that turn animals into internet celebrities. The Slovak zoo enthusiast, part of a community of zoological garden fans, tracks how facilities develop their enclosures and what problematic practices they sometimes adopt. He argues that creating human-like identities for animals, including social media profiles, represents a concerning trend that undermines proper zoological practices. Mišovic believes good zoos should not display animals from every angle or transform them into internet stars, emphasizing the importance of maintaining appropriate boundaries between animal welfare and public entertainment.