During the hot summer months, the historic Sakkarbaug Zoo in Junagadh, Gujarat, takes special measures to keep its animals cool and comfortable.
The zoo has implemented a summer diet plan prescribed by veterinary doctors, which includes providing frozen fruit treats to the animals. These treats are made by mixing fruits with honey and ORS supplements, and are then frozen and placed within the animal enclosures.
The frozen treats encourage the animals to climb, play, and enjoy their food, which helps to keep them cool and entertained. The zoo provides these treats to a variety of animals, including sloth bears, Himalayan bears, marmosets, and hippos.
In addition to the frozen fruit treats, the zoo also provides chilled fruits to hippos and large ice cubes to tigers, leopards, and lions. The zoo also makes arrangements for artificial ponds, sprinklers, and fountains for animals like lions.
The Sakkarbaug Zoo is committed to providing the best possible care for its animals, and these summer measures are just one way that the zoo ensures the animals’ well-being during the hot summer months.
