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The killing of Harambe, a 17-year-old lowland gorilla at the Cincinnati Zoo, has many people questioning the purpose of zoos.

Are they simply an outdated form entertainment that should be abolished? Or are they fundamentally beneficial to the animals, particularly those who are endangered? 

Dr. Dave Hone is a paleontologist and writer who argues that there are good zoos out there — ones that provide animals with a high quality of life and chance for survival, and offer invaluable education and research opportunities to the community. Click on the 'Listen' button above to hear our full conversation.