@prefix skos: <http://www.w3.org/2004/02/skos/core#> .
@prefix schema: <https://schema.org/> .
@prefix rdfs: <http://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#> .

<https://data.hooray.media/ontology/zoo> a skos:Concept, schema:DefinedTerm ;
    skos:prefLabel "Zoo" ;
    schema:name "Zoo" ;
    skos:definition "Zoos, an Attractions subclass, encompasses **facilities that house and display animals for public viewing, education, conservation, and research purposes**, providing opportunities for visitors to observe and learn about various animal species in controlled environments. In lifestyle coverage, zoos represent **animal education and family entertainment** that combines wildlife observation with educational experiences, providing families, children, and individuals with opportunities to learn about animals while enjoying recreational activities and conservation education.\n\nIn Hooray Media's entertainment and educational context, zoo content includes **animal exhibits** (mammal exhibits, bird displays, reptile houses, aquatic exhibits), **educational programs** (animal shows, educational talks, conservation education, wildlife learning), **family activities** (family-friendly exhibits, children's areas, interactive displays, family entertainment), **conservation efforts** (wildlife conservation, species preservation, conservation education, environmental awareness), and **special experiences** (behind-the-scenes tours, animal encounters, special events, seasonal programs). Zoos bridge **entertainment and education**, offering visitors opportunities to observe and learn about animals while supporting conservation efforts and providing family-friendly entertainment and educational experiences.\n\nFor families, zoos provide opportunities for children and adults to learn about animals together while enjoying family-friendly entertainment and educational experiences in a safe, controlled environment. For individuals, they offer opportunities for wildlife observation, conservation education, and recreational activities through animal exhibits and educational programs. For communities, they deliver opportunities for conservation awareness, environmental education, and family entertainment through wildlife exhibits and conservation programs." ;
    skos:inScheme <https://data.hooray.media/ontology/PlaceTypeScheme> ;
    skos:broader <https://data.hooray.media/ontology/attractions-entertainment> ;
    skos:altLabel "Petting Zoo" ;
    skos:altLabel "Animal Parks" ;
    skos:altLabel "Zoo Attractions" .