Core Viewpoint - Excessive feeding of animals by visitors can lead to serious health issues, as evidenced by the recent incident at a wildlife park in Jiangsu where several alpacas collapsed due to overfeeding [1][5]. Group 1: Incident Overview - Multiple alpacas at the Nantong Forest Wildlife Park were reported to have collapsed after being overfed by visitors, leading to a concerning situation [1][5]. - Staff at the park claimed that they monitor the animals and that they stop eating when full, but this does not address the underlying issue of overfeeding [1]. Group 2: Broader Implications - The incident reflects a larger problem where animals suffer due to well-meaning but misguided human actions, as seen in other cases like the death of a gorilla in Shanghai due to similar reasons [5]. - The practice of selling feeding items at high prices while simultaneously prohibiting feeding creates a conflict of interest, prioritizing profit over animal welfare [5]. Group 3: Proposed Solutions - To address the issue, three levels of intervention are suggested: 1. Educational initiatives to change visitor behavior, such as the "no feeding commitment" program in Shanghai [6]. 2. Stricter regulations to protect captive animals, including penalties for those who violate feeding rules [6]. 3. Innovative management strategies, like using AR technology to simulate feeding experiences without harming animals [6].
“吃撑倒地”的羊驼一点也不萌
Guang Zhou Ri Bao·2025-10-14 11:14