The Sepahijala Zoological Park in Tripura, India, has implemented several measures to protect its animals from the severe heatwave conditions. These measures include feeding the animals seasonal fruits like watermelons and cucumbers, providing them with ice cubes and cold-water splashes, and administering Oral Rehydration Solutions (ORS) to prevent dehydration.
The zoo staff also diligently changes water levels at various enclosures frequently to ensure fresh and cool water is always available to the animals. These efforts are part of the zoo's efforts to protect animals from heatwaves as the region grapples with increasingly harsh weather conditions.
"We have already prepared ourselves. In this hot summer, all the herbivores and omnivores are fed seasonal fruits like watermelons, etc. All the carnivores are provided with ice blocks in their resting areas," said Dr. Keshab Debnath of the zoological park.
"Cold water is being sprinkled regularly, along with the feeding of Oral Rehydration Solutions mixture to beat the heat. Though the animals get affected in these heatwave conditions, we are making all possible efforts to maintain their comfort and safety," he added.