The Economic Importance of Sawu The Elephant for Dresden Zoo
Elephants are without a doubt one of the highlights visting the zoo. But keeping these peaceful giants is an expansive undertaking. The costs to take care of Sawu alone sum up to around 153.000€ per year. Is it still profitable for zoos to keep elephants?
The Economic Importance of Sawu The Elephant for Dresden Zoo
© Hedda Wern
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