Zoo Licensing Act 1981

What year was the Zoo Licensing Act enacted?

How does the Zoo Licensing Act 1981 define a zoo?

• An establishment where wild animals are kept for breeding

• An establishment where wild animals are kept for research purposes

• An establishment where wild animals are kept for exhibition to the public

• An establishment where wild animals are kept for conservation efforts

An establishment is considered as a zoo if members of the public must have access for more than how many days in any period of 12 consecutive months

• 7 days

• 14 days

• 30 days

• 45 days

Which of the following are exemptions to the Zoo Licensing Act 1981?

• Aquariums and marine parks

• Wildlife reserves and botanical gardens

• National parks and protected areas

• Circuses and pet shops

Who carries out zoo inspections?

• Local authorities only

• Independent zoo experts

• DEFRA agents only

• Local authorities and DEFRA

What happens if you don't meet license conditions under the Zoo Licensing Act 1981?

Tick all that apply

• Zoo can be partially closed down

• Zoo can be closed down

• Nothing will happen