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In a recent survey conducted by the INSA institute, it has been revealed that a majority of Nuremberg residents oppose the euthanasia of Guinea baboons at the Nuremberg City Zoo. The survey was commissioned by animal rights organization PETA and was conducted between August 8 and 11, with over 2,000 people participating.
The survey results, reported by PETA, show that a mere 15% of the population support the culling of baboons at the zoo, which took place on July 29, 2025. In contrast, a significant 69% of those surveyed consider the euthanasia of baboons to be wrong.
This survey comes amidst ongoing controversy surrounding the cull, which was carried out due to overpopulation relative to the enclosure's capacity. The decision followed years of deliberation, expert consultation, and exploration of alternatives, including offers from four countries to rehome the baboons; none met the zoo's strict social and husbandry requirements.
It is important to note that the survey does not provide any information about a previous survey conducted by the INSA institute for PETA regarding the opinions of the Nuremberg population on this matter. As such, the current stance of the Nuremberg population on this issue cannot be definitively determined from the available data.
Despite this, the survey results underscore the public's concern about the euthanasia of baboons at the Nuremberg Zoo, and the involvement of PETA in the controversy continues to draw attention to the issue. The zoo has yet to comment on the survey results or the public's opposition to the cull.
- Engaging with the community and understanding their sentiments is crucial when making decisions about public health-and-wellness issues, as shown by the recent survey on the euthanasia of Guinea baboons at the Nuremberg City Zoo, which revealed that a majority of residents oppose the cull.
- The ongoing controversy surrounding the euthanasia of baboons at the Nuremberg Zoo has sparked conversations in various science and environment circles, questioning the methods used to manage overpopulation in wildlife sanctuaries and zoos.
