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Jaipur Zoo Installs Heaters, Serves Special Diets to Protect Animals from Cold

The Nahargarh Biological Park in Jaipur has implemented comprehensive winter care measures to shield its wildlife from the ongoing cold wave. These measures include installing heaters and covering enclosures with tarpaulins to provide warmth. A specialized diet plan has been introduced, providing animals like tigers and lions with chicken, while bears receive honey, milk, and eggs. Senior veterinary officials confirm that all animals are also receiving deworming treatments and essential nutritional supplements, with staff conducting 24/7 monitoring.

Key Points: Nahargarh Park's Winter Care: Heaters & Special Diets for Wildlife

  • Heaters installed in animal shelters
  • Special protein-rich diets for big cats
  • Round-the-clock monitoring of all wildlife
  • Deworming and vitamin supplements provided
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Jaipur: Special arrangements made at Nahargarh Biological Park to protect wildlife from cold wave

Nahargarh Biological Park in Jaipur deploys heaters, tarpaulins, and protein-rich diets to protect tigers, bears, and deer from the severe cold wave.

"Their shelters have been equipped with heaters to keep them warm. Special minerals, vitamin supplements, and a special diet have been planned for the animals. - Dr. Arvind Mathur"

Jaipur, January 8

With the onset of cold waves this winter in Rajasthan, special arrangements have been made at Nahargarh Biological Park in Jaipur to protect the wildlife from the cold. Changes have been made to the animals' routine diet, and heaters have been installed in their cages and enclosures to protect them from the cold.

Special arrangements have been made for the wildlife at Nahargarh Biological Park during the winter, and they are also receiving a specialised diet. Senior Veterinary Officer Dr. Arvind Mathur said that in the special diet, tigers, lions, and panthers are being given chicken along with their regular diet. In addition, special care is being taken of the young tiger cubs and lion cubs. They are receiving chicken and chicken soup in addition to their regular diet.

Speaking to ANI, Senior Veterinary Officer Dr. Arvind Mathur said, "Following severe cold, the local administration has arranged to provide relief to the animals in the zoo. Their shelters have been equipped with heaters to keep them warm. Special minerals, vitamin supplements, and a special diet have been planned for the animals."

Wildlife is also receiving essential protein and calcium supplements. For bears, dates, honey, milk, and eggs are provided as a special diet in addition to their regular diet. The Himalayan black bear, brought to Nahargarh Biological Park a few days ago, is also receiving a special diet of bread, apples, and honey.

According to Dr. Arvind Mathur, wolves, hyenas, and jackals are being given chicken meat and eggs daily. Special changes have also been made to the diet of otters and hippos. They are being given carrots, apples, and bananas as a special diet. The amount of fish given to crocodiles and gharials has been increased.

Similarly, salt bricks have been placed in the enclosures of deer species. Various deer species are being fed green fodder, along with gram lentils and carrots, as a special diet. According to Dr. Arvind Mathur, all wild animals have been dewormed to protect them from the cold. They are also being given vitamins, minerals, calcium, amino acids, and other supplements as needed. Dr. Mathur added that heaters have been installed in the night shelters of all the wild animals to protect them from the cold. The animals' enclosures have been covered with tarpaulins. All the wild animals are being monitored around the clock.

- ANI

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Rohit P
Very thoughtful arrangements. I visited the park last month and was worried about the animals. Good to know they are getting chicken soup and heaters! Hope other zoos and parks across North India follow this example.
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Arjun K
While I appreciate the effort, I hope this is not just a PR move for the media. The real test is consistent care throughout the winter. Also, are these heaters solar-powered? We should ensure such conservation efforts are sustainable.
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Sarah B
The detail in the care is impressive! Different diets for tigers, bears, and even deer. It shows a deep understanding of animal needs. Makes me want to plan a trip to Jaipur to see this responsible wildlife management firsthand.
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Vikram M
Bhai, this is how it should be done! 🐯 These animals are our national treasure. Giving them special minerals and 24/7 monitoring... wah! This is the kind of news that makes my day. More power to the veterinary staff.
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Kavya N
I'm so glad the cubs are getting extra care with chicken soup. It's the little things. Hope they stay warm and healthy. This sets a great standard for animal welfare in captivity.

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