VOICED: Thailand's Tiger Temple under fire from conservationists

The video discusses the Tiger Temple in Thailand, a popular tourist attraction claiming to be a wildlife sanctuary. Despite its conservation claims, animal rights groups criticize the temple, arguing that the tigers, mostly born in captivity, cannot survive in the wild. Investigations reveal severe animal welfare issues and illegal tiger trafficking. The temple denies these allegations, while Thailand's tourism authority remains neutral. Tourists continue to visit, keeping the temple in business.

What is the main attraction of the Tiger Temple for tourists?

• The opportunity to see tigers in the wild

• The chance to have a tiger's head in their lap

• The temple's historical significance

• The low cost of visiting the temple

What do animal rights groups claim about the tigers at the temple?

• They are trained to perform tricks

• They are hybrids with little conservation value

• They are well cared for and healthy

• They are released into the wild regularly

What is one reason critics believe the tigers are drugged?

• They are very aggressive

• They refuse to interact with tourists

• They are extremely placid

• They are always active

What did the NGO investigation find about the treatment of tigers?

• They were trained using positive reinforcement

• They were subjected to severe welfare problems

• They were treated with respect and care

• They were given ample space to roam

How does Thailand's tourism authority view the Tiger Temple?

• It actively promotes the temple

• It discourages tourists from visiting

• It has banned visits to the temple

• It remains neutral and provides directions if asked