Five Sambar deer from VOC Zoo in Coimbatore were released into the Siruvani forest area on July 12. This action follows the central government's order to revoke the zoo's recognized status.
Coimbatore: The V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Zoo in Coimbatore has begun the process of releasing its animals into the wild following the central government's decision to revoke its recognized status as a biological park. Acting on the orders from the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests and Chief Wildlife Warden in Chennai, the zoo authorities have initiated the relocation of wildlife to their natural habitats.
On July 12, at around 8 AM, five Sambar deer from the VOC Zoo were carefully loaded into specially designed cages and transported to the Siruvani forest area. The release operation was carried out under the supervision of the VOC Zoo Director, Forest Department officials, and Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation officers. The deer were successfully released at approximately 12 noon near the Filter House area at the foothills of Siruvani.
Forest Department officials have stated that a dedicated team has been formed to monitor the released Sambar deer. This team will keep a close watch on the animals' feeding habits, water consumption, and overall health as they adapt to their new environment in the wild.
The release of these Sambar deer marks the beginning of the zoo's animal relocation process. It is expected that more animals will be released in phases as part of the zoo's closure following the revocation of its recognized status by the central government.
On July 12, at around 8 AM, five Sambar deer from the VOC Zoo were carefully loaded into specially designed cages and transported to the Siruvani forest area. The release operation was carried out under the supervision of the VOC Zoo Director, Forest Department officials, and Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation officers. The deer were successfully released at approximately 12 noon near the Filter House area at the foothills of Siruvani.
Forest Department officials have stated that a dedicated team has been formed to monitor the released Sambar deer. This team will keep a close watch on the animals' feeding habits, water consumption, and overall health as they adapt to their new environment in the wild.
The release of these Sambar deer marks the beginning of the zoo's animal relocation process. It is expected that more animals will be released in phases as part of the zoo's closure following the revocation of its recognized status by the central government.