Elephants enjoy presence of zoo visitors, researchers find

Some animal species have been born and raised in zoos and so have likely become used to the presence of humans

Elephants enjoy the presence of zoo visitors, researchers found (Joe Giddens/PA)

Elephants particularly enjoy the presence of zoo visitors, a new study suggests.

Researchers found significant results regarding elephants, with social activity among the animals increasing, and repetitive behaviours – which often indicate boredom – decreasing during public feedings.