Creating a fun safe-haven for children with disabilities hoping to see wildlife is a global effort that has lasted over a quarter century.And it is spreading widely among Japanese zoos, albeit normally as a one-day event, as they are embracing the twilight by opening their gates at night or reserving entire days exclusively for those with special needs and their families.Kick-started by a zoo in the Netherlands in 1996, the "Dreamnight at the Zoo" initiative has percolated worldwide.Currently, nearly 300 zoos, aquariums and botanical gardens in over 40 countries host events under the progra…READ FULL ARTICLE
