The objectives of this Directive are to protect wild fauna and to conserve biodiversity. To this end, Member States are required to adopt particular measures as regards the licencing and inspection of zoos, thereby strengthening the role of zoos in the conservation of biodiversity. Article 2 gives the definition of “zoo” for the purpose of this Directive. Article 3 specifies the conservation measures to be implemented by Member States, including, for instance: participation in research from whic