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America's top zookeeper talks about future of zoos
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Thursday, Feb 12, 2009
We think of them as places to learn about nature. But...the head of America's Zoo and Aquarium Association says these facilities play a key, yet little known role in research, and conservation efforts. KCLU talks with the national leader, who's visitng the South Coast.

