Warsaw Zoo is undergoing changes. The Cape penguins, who are due to get a new pavilion, will benefit from them. A tender was announced for its construction. Proposals can be submitted until the end of November.
According to the Capital Development Authority, the new pavilion for penguins is not only comfortable, but also provides conditions as close as possible to their natural environment. The focal point of this space will be an outdoor pool with an island that will allow the animals to swim and dive freely. “Next to the swimming pool, yards with 'beaches' with different levels and special breeding areas will be built,” he added.
A quarantine pond will also be built, with a shallow pool to ensure the safety and health of the entire colony. “This place allows animals to be temporarily separated if necessary,” noted the Warsaw Zoo. There is also a livestock building here, which is used only for animals and workers.
View of the Penguin Pavilion
Glass for observation
“The new passage is not only convenient for the penguins, but also an attraction for the visitors of the zoo. Thanks to the glass wall of the pool, visitors can observe the life of these interesting birds both on the surface and under the water,” – emphasized the zoo of the capital. .
The tourist area is fully adapted to the needs of the disabled.
The Capital Development Authority is waiting for proposals from companies interested in building the pavilion until November 27.
The threat of extinction
Cape penguins, also known as penguins and nicknamed “donkeys” by some people because of their distinctive calls, are an endangered species. In nature, they live on the coast of South Africa and islands from Namibia to southern Mozambique.
Cape Penguin Agatha Wozniak
As highlighted by the Metropolitan Development Authority, the new enclosure will serve as a nature learning center – visitors can learn more about penguin biology and better understand the challenges these birds face in their natural environment.
Main photo source: UM Warszawa
