Krefeld zoo modernized: Privacy screen for flamingos protects against noise

Zoo Krefeld modernisiert Flamingo-Gehege mit Sichtschutz und nachhaltiger Pflanzenkläranlage zur Pflege und Tierwohl.
Zoo Krefeld modernizes Flamingo enclosure with privacy screen and sustainable plant sewage treatment for care and animal welfare. (Symbolbild/ANAG)

Krefeld zoo modernized: Privacy screen for flamingos protects against noise

The Krefeld Zoo, a popular destination for large and small animal lovers, is planning current modernization measures that benefit both the comfort of the animals and sustainability. According to derwesten.de, a new privacy screen in the flamingo assistant ensures that the animals are created during the construction work be protected. This step is necessary because the flamingo system that is operated on an area of ​​14 hectares has become too small and requires comprehensive modernization. The zoo was opened in 1938 and currently houses 159 animal species and over 1,000 individual animals.

Another important aspect of the modernizations is the installation of a plant sewage treatment plant. This innovative measure aims to clean the water using swamp plants and specific substrates. This is part of a comprehensive, sustainable water management concept that aims to secure the water supply to the zoo in the long term and to make it more environmentally friendly.

Sustainable measures and enthusiasm of animal lovers

animal fans are enthusiastic about the developments in the Krefeld Zoo. The contribution about the Flamingos in particular has caused many positive reactions on social media. The modernizations are not only dedicated to animal welfare, but also sustainability, which underlines the commitment of the zoo for an environmentally conscious future. The groups that are committed to the zoo, such as the ZooFreunde Krefeld e. V. , support these initiatives.

In 2018, around 318,430 day guests visited the zoo, which reflects the continuous interest in this facility. The managing director and zoo director Stefanie Markowski has been running the zoo as a non -profit GmbH since 2005. Under her leadership, the zoo went through a variety of developments, including the modernization of the pelic client in 2020 and the penguin pool, which has been part of the zoo since 2014

challenges for zoos

The challenges for zoos, including the Krefeld zoo, are diverse. The latest reports on the increase in births and the associated need to manage the animal population focus on the responsibility of zoo management. Experts criticize the practice of having to kill animals in order to optimally make the habitat. However, such measures should also increase the environmental compatibility of the institutions. According to an article by uzh it is common in Germany, for example, to feed predators from animals from their own facility to minimize the CO2 footprint.

In this context, M. Clauss demands that Zoos should inform their visitors about the reality of animal management. This includes both the challenges and the ethical questions associated with the preservation of species and the management of habitats. A transparent dialog could help improve public perception and to promote long -term, sustainable approaches.

In the middle of these challenges, the Krefeld Zoo remains a center for education and species protection. With its membership in international organizations such as the EAZA and WAZA, the zoo is actively involved in global species protection and invests in innovative concepts that benefit both the animals and the environment.

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