{"id":155904,"date":"2025-07-15T15:39:02","date_gmt":"2025-07-15T15:39:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/open-one-that-has-cows\/"},"modified":"2025-07-15T15:39:04","modified_gmt":"2025-07-15T15:39:04","slug":"open-one-that-has-cows","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/open-one-that-has-cows\/","title":{"rendered":"Open one that has cows."},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2>Are Zoos Relevant in the 21st Century? A Unique Case in Spain<\/h2>\n<p>Do zoos make sense in the \u00a021st century\u00a0? This question has sparked considerable debate, leading many cities to \u00a0rethink the model\u00a0 of their zoos. Some, like those in several European countries, have made the bold decision to renounce keeping wild animals in captivity altogether. Amidst this backdrop, a small town in \u00a0Tierra de Campos\u00a0, Valladolid, known as \u00a0Villagarc\u00eda de Campos\u00a0, has taken a different approach\u2014a new zoo that has raised eyebrows and piqued interest.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 1 --> <\/p>\n<p>Located in a town of only \u00a0300 residents\u00a0, this newly established zoo is unlike any you&#8217;ve seen. Instead of the typical array of exotic animals\u2014no bears, lions, or giraffes\u2014this zoo is dedicated solely to \u00a0cows and oxen\u00a0. Yes, you read that right: this venture aims to highlight the importance of \u00a0native livestock\u00a0 amidst growing concerns for animal welfare.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 2 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n<p>    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\" Bos Taurozos\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Open-one-that-has-cows.jpeg\"\/>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Named \u00a0Bos Taurozos\u00a0, the enclosure is spread over \u00a017 hectares\u00a0 and is less than an hour&#8217;s drive from the city of Valladolid. The name itself combines <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/es.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Bos_taurus\" target=\"_blank\"><em>Bos Taurus<\/em><\/a> and the \u00a0Mountains of Torozos\u00a0, the geographical features defining the area.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 4 --><\/p>\n<p>While one may not expect a traditional zoo experience here, the creators of Bos Taurozos present it as an \u00a0interpretation center\u00a0 for the Iberian \u00a0Bos Taurus\u00a0, showcasing over \u00a030 different breeds\u00a0 of cattle native to Spain and Portugal, such as the \u00a0Cachena\u00a0 and \u00a0Sayaguesa\u00a0. Visitors will encounter a variety of indigenous breeds that include the \u00a0Black Andaluza\u00a0, \u00a0Retinta\u00a0, \u00a0Blanca Cacere\u00f1a\u00a0, and more, revealing the \u00a0genetic diversity\u00a0 of livestock that is often overlooked.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 5 --><\/p>\n<p>Structurally, Bos Taurozos is also strikingly unique. The park is organized into a dozen sections named after major \u00a0rivers\u00a0 of the Iberian Peninsula, such as the \u00a0Duero\u00a0, \u00a0Ebro\u00a0, and \u00a0Tajo\u00a0. This layout allows visitors to gain insight into the distribution of different cattle breeds across the country.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 6 --><\/p>\n<p>The park\u2019s mission is to educate visitors, as they explain: &#8220;You can see the cattle of each race that lives along these rivers.&#8221; This immersive experience not only celebrates \u00a0cattle ranching\u00a0 but also fosters an appreciation for agricultural diversity in the region.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 7 --><\/p>\n<div class=\"article-asset-image article-asset-normal article-asset-center\">\n<div class=\"asset-content\">\n    <img class=\"centro_sinmarco\" height=\"686\" width=\"768\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"  fetchpriority=\"high\"  src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Open-one-that-has-cows.png\" alt=\"Inside Bos Taurozos\"><br \/>\n    <img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"Inside Bos Taurozos\" class=\"centro_sinmarco\" src=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Open-one-that-has-cows.png\"\/>\n  <\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Behind this innovative concept are siblings \u00a0Carlos\u00a0 (30) and \u00a0Alicia\u00a0 (33) del Amo, representatives of the third generation of a family deeply rooted in \u00a0agriculture and livestock management\u00a0. Their daily life involves managing hundreds of cattle on various farms, but they share a larger vision: to highlight the importance of preserving \u00a0livestock diversity\u00a0.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 9 --><\/p>\n<p>As Alicia explains, &#8220;We decided to set up this business because we believe that many breeds are being lost, and people don\u2019t even know they exist.&#8221; The journey to gather around thirty different cattle breeds has been anything but easy. They have faced numerous obstacles, including obtaining necessary permits for specific breeds.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 10 --><\/p>\n<p>To attract visitors, Bos Taurozos offers more than just a look at cattle; it features various \u00a0adventure sports\u00a0 and activities, like \u00a0archery\u00a0, \u00a0horseback riding\u00a0, and even \u00a0paintball\u00a0. Furthermore, complimentary \u00a0bicycle services\u00a0 are provided for those wanting to explore the area more actively. Plans are also in place to establish a leisure zone with \u00a0food trucks\u00a0, enhancing the visitor experience.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 11 --><\/p>\n<p>Admission is reasonably priced at \u00a010 euros\u00a0 for adults, \u00a08 euros\u00a0 for children, with free entry for the little ones. This unique zoo not only aims to be a fun family destination but also serves as an educational hub focused on \u00a0cattle diversity\u00a0 and agriculture.<\/p>\n<p><!-- BREAK 12 --><\/p>\n<p>Images | <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/es\/fotos\/una-manada-de-vacas-de-pie-una-al-lado-de-la-otra-en-un-campo-HHpRh6rNQMo\" target=\"_blank\">LOMIG (UNSPLASH)<\/a> and <a rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/bostaurozos.com\/#actividades\" target=\"_blank\">Bos Taurozos<\/a><\/p>\n<p>As societies evolve, the role of zoos is increasingly scrutinized, pushing them to adapt to modern values. The Bos Taurozos project opens up the conversation about what the future of animal exhibits might look like, blending education, conservation, and culture in a small yet impactful way.<\/p>\n<p><br \/>\n<br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/category\/general\/\" rel=\"dofollow\">General News &#8211; 2<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are Zoos Relevant in the 21st Century? A Unique Case in Spain Do zoos make sense in the \u00a021st century\u00a0? This question has sparked considerable debate, leading many cities to \u00a0rethink the model\u00a0 of their zoos. Some, like those in several European countries, have made the bold decision to renounce keeping wild animals in captivity [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":155905,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[36399],"tags":[2076,1614],"class_list":["post-155904","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-technology","tag-cows","tag-open"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155904","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=155904"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/155904\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/155905"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=155904"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=155904"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/teknomers.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=155904"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}