Why in news The Central Zoo Authority has allowed the Odisha government to carry out planned transfer of a cheetah, African lion and chimp...
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The Central Zoo Authority has allowed the Odisha government to carry out planned transfer of a cheetah, African lion and chimpanzee from Dubai Safari Park (DSP) to Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP), Bhubaneswar.
The CZA has asked the wildlife wing of the State Forest and Environment Department to keep requisite housing facilities ready in accordance with its guideline.
Nandankanan Zoological Park
Nandankanan Zoological Park, also known as "The Garden of Heaven“.
Its is a premier zoo and botanical garden located in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India.
Established in 1960 and opened to the public in 1979
Spreads across 437 hectares (1,080 acres)
Encompasses a botanical garden and part of the Chandaka forest
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