The thermophilic animals of the Moscow Zoo, previously able to go outside, have been moved to heated cages and pavilions.
This was announced on Sunday, October 12, on the official website of the mayor of Moscow.
“With the onset of cold weather, capybaras, parrots, Lipa the giraffe, Ksyusha the pygmy hippo and other heat-loving residents of the Moscow Zoo have moved into heated cages and pavilions,” it said. message.
Pools with warm water and lights that simulate sunlight have been prepared for the animals. At the same time, zoo guests can still observe the residents up close.
In addition, animal lovers have the opportunity to observe the lives of animals in the Moscow Zoo even at home. At the end of September, the online broadcasting project from the Moscow Zoo turned one year old. During this time, visitors to the mos.ru portal viewed them more than nine million times.
Zoo general director Svetlana Akulova added that for the zoo, this is not only an educational tool but also an important step towards maximum openness. She emphasized that they want every viewer to be able to verify for themselves the high level of care given to the pets as well as the professionalism of the team of zoologists, veterinarians and trainers.
