Established 1872

ANNUAL REPORT OF LAHORE ZOO 2013

No of species 121

No of animals & 914

BIRTH, MORTALITY & TRANSFER OF ANIMALS DURING THE YEAR 2013

NAME BIRTH / MORTALITY RECEIVED Animals 83 33 Birds 174 89

 First time birth of chick in captivity.  New Zoo Management Committee constituted under the Chairmanship of Director General, Wildlife & Parks under the provisions of Punjab and Safari Parks, Rules 2012, having 4 officials and 5 non-official members. 1st meeting took place on April 30, 2013.

 Professional and proper management of assets of Lahore zoo

INCOME (2013) EXPENDITURE (2013) SAVING 8,83,02,952 7,29,26,933 1,53,76,019

 3-years comparison of visitors

2011 2012 2013 32,14,835 36,25,527 39,16,423

 Record Income i. Eid-ul-Fitr 2013 Rs.2.647 million ii. Eid-ul-Azha 2013 Rs. 2.251 million iii. Remarkable increase in number of visitors as compared to 2011 and 2012.

SUCCESS STORIES

ZEBRA FOALS HEALED: In September, 2013, two of the zebra foals were found suffering from a bilateral nasal discharge alongwith submandibular swellings. The sick animals were immediately captured for the collection of blood and nasal samples. Treatment was initiated and the animals were darted on daily basis to ensure a regular administration of antibiotic followed by a couple of physical captures for the drainage and dressings of submandibular abscesses. A visit of the team of veterinaries from UVAS and VRI was also arranged for an expert advice and they also suggested the continuity of the ongoing treatment protocol. After completing the required treatment regime, a dramatic improvement was seen. The intake of the foals have returned to normal and the herd is back on track again. DARTED FOR THE 1ST TIME: In late October, 2013, one of the zoo female (pinky) suffered from general dullness and loss of appetite. The animal was given syrups (antibiotics and appetite stimulants) in consultation with vets from UVAS and it recovered after a couple of days. The other chimpanzee (honey) went ill after a fortnight with the symptoms of sneezing, coughing and nasal discharge along with lack of appetite. The sick chimpanzee had not been taking any oral medicines. A visit of veterinary team from UVAS was arranged for 2nd opinion. The animal was then injected the recommended antibiotics through dart for six consecutive days. After 3rd injection the sick animal started showing recovery signs and after completion of six doses, the animal stated almost normal activities. Both the animals are now back to normal and are active and playful as before. However, administration of antibiotic dose though dart proved to be fruitful and the Lahore Zoo Veterinary Staff gained a new experience.

TREATMENT OF : In late October, 2013, zoo’s oldest lion jumbo was found suffering from some recurrent episodes of blood seepage from his rear paw for the last four months. The animal had been dressed a couple of times and fresh water was sprinkled on the affected site to check the bleeding but only resulted in a temporary relief and the wound kept on seeping time and again. The big cat was then darted for a thorough check up and it was found out that owing to a lack of self grooming, the wound had extended up to one of the nail beds and was very vulnerable to maggot infestation. The wound was then thoroughly flushed with saline and antibiotics were administered. After this treatment, there is no bleeding for the last three weeks and the animal is now doing well and showing its normal activities. SAD STORIES

FEMALE COMPLETED HER LIFE SPAN Leopard has a life span of 10-15 years in captivity while the female leopard of Lahore Zoo “Chambeli” was near about 16 years old. Due to old age issue, her diet was modified to chicken and different supplements were also given. Despite of all serious efforts, unfortunately, she left us in the month of August.

BLUE BULL DIED A male blue bull died due to old age. The animal has got his teeth shed and suffered from respiratory tract infection. Antibiotics administered but the condition of old animal did not improve due to age factor and low immunity and ultimately died in October.

TIGRESS ATTACKED BY HER MATE This sad incident took place when a tigress was attacked in March, 2013 by her male companion. She got severe injured and died. Wildlife experts opine that the variation in behavior is unpredictable in big cats especially the tigers. The same behavior was also observed in other wildlife parks and zoos of and abroad as well, where these cats indulged in fatal fights.

BIRTHS Lion cubs, zebra foal, piglets, ungulates (hog deer, spotted deer, fellow deer, ), , .

SPONSORSHIP:

i. Gate sheds (providing shade to visitors) ii. Entry Tickets iii. Awareness boards iv. Dengue awareness and Zoo information cell. v. Adoption of by . vi. Dustbins at different points of zoo.

 Strengthening of security through CCTV monitoring and erection of razor wire on boundary.

EDUCATION & AWARENESS PROGRAMME IN 2013

 Guided tours provided to about 72,830 students of different school, colleges & universities. Touch table learning facility (display of different stuffed animals, birds or their parts on the table) provided to 1000 special students.

 Research facilities 52-students were facilitated for fulfillment of their assignments/tasks and research projects regarding partial fulfillment of Bachelors /Honors/Masters/M. Phil degrees at Lahore Zoo. Some of the projects include i. Algal Flora of Lahore Zoo by Government University, Lahore. ii. Biological Diversity in Water Fowl Lake of Lahore Zoo by University of Veterinary and Animal Sciences, Lahore. iii. Comparative study of microbes in fecal matter of spotted deer, fellow deer, and mouflon sheeps in captivity by University of Agriculture, Faisalabad. iv. Redesigning of Lahore Zoo by , Lahore. v. News Package of Lahore Zoo by University of Punjab. vi. Organizational setup and culture by Beaconhouse National University, Lahore. vii. Short Film and Documentary by National College of Arts, Lahore. viii. News Package of Lahore Zoo by Beaconhouse National University ix. Entrepreneurship project by Vocational Training Institute, Lahore.

 Internship opportunity 25-students of DVM and Zoology were accommodated for internship programme as partial fulfillment of their degrees, belonging to University of Veterinary & Animal Sciences, Lahore, University of Agriculture Faisalabad, Gomal University, D.I Khan & Bahauddin Zikriya University Multan.

 Celebration of Animal related days

i. friendship Day (Academia Deaveroes School) ii. Puma cubs Naming ceremony (LGS, EME Campus) iii. Olive baboon naming ceremony (LGS, Paragon Campus) iv. International Day for Biological Diversity (22nd May) v. Earth Day (22nd April) vi. World Sparrow Day (20th March) vii. World Migratory Birds Day (Bloomfield Hall School) viii. World Environment Day (5th June) ix. World Tiger Day (29th July) x. World Elephant Day (12th August) xi. World Animal Day (4th October) xii. World Monkey Day (14th December)

 Cleanliness campaign  Say “No” to plastic bag campaign  Polio awareness campaign (SUZI participation)

DENGUE AWARENESS CAMPAIGN IN 2013

 Dengue Cell:

Zoo Maintenance Engineer

Education Officer

• Distribution of Dengue awareness literature stall at main entrance

• Awareness campaign through celebration of Anti Dengue days

• Literature distribution

• Walks

• Seminars

• Method Used:

Daily sampling from all water bodies, twice a day which includes water fowl lake, fountains, water fall, crocodile pond, hippopotamus pond & crocodile pond

• Mechanical Control:

Cleanliness, source reduction, capacity building of staff, public awareness, display of banners, CD’s distribution

• Biological Control:

Introduction of fish seed in waterfowl lake, fountains, water fall and crocodile pond

• Chemical Control:

Larvicides are used if larvae are found and source reduction is not possible.

i. Temiphos (abate) Sand Granules: 5g in 3-Sqft. water surface

ii. Temiphos (abate) Emulsified Concentrate: 2ml in 3-Sqft. water surface

Deltamethrin: is used for spraying when adult mosquito is sighted.

SOME FUTURE PLANS FOR 2014

 Addition/pairing of zoo exhibits  Development of Souvenir shop  Establishment of Zoo Education Center  Provision of children amusement facilities like

Horse riding

Jumping castle

 Improvement of visitor facilities through installation of more sitting umbrellas, benches, dustbins, visitors shelters, renovation of walking tracks and improvement of lawns etc.

First meeting of newly constituted Zoo Management Oath taking ceremony of newly elected members of Committee All Pakistan Clerks Association, Lahore Zoo Unit

World Migratory Birds Day Celebrated in collaboration with Bloomfield Hall School

Birthday party of Hippopotamus Raja and Rani by Academia Deaverroes School, Lahore

World Elephant Day celebrated by Lahore Zoo Management, Suzi was also given some practice sessions for canvas painting

World Sparrow Day is an international initiative by the Nature Forever Society of , being observed on 20thMarch. Lahore Zoo marked the day by raising awareness of the House Sparrow and other common birds to urban environments, and of threats to their populations. People were given awareness to place boxes and water pots so as to provide food and shelter to these creatures. Bird houses were placed at different points in Lahore Zoo.

Come & meet Tall Man Come & meet a 10-feet long Tall Man at Lahore Zoo. A colorfully costumed Tall Man caught the attention and interest of visitors by welcoming them. Tall Man is also playing a role in educating the visitors about proper disposal of plastic shopping bags, neither to tease the animals nor to feed them. Visitors, especially the children, are happy and amused to see Tall Man and appreciated the initiative of Lahore Zoo.

Naming ceremony of puma cubs by LGS, EME, Lahore

Quiz competition on World TB Day Face painting on World Animal Day

Tree plantation on Earth Day by the delegation of American Consulate

Anti Dengue Days were celebrated with full zeal and zest, walks, seminar and public awareness were the integral part of campaign

Three lion cubs- breed of the year Demoiselle Crane Bred first time in captivity at Lahore Zoo

Lahore Zoo got three Piglets in the month of May Zebra delivered a healthy foal on 18thMay

Drawing Competition on World Monkey Day It’s a day to act like a monkey

Say No to Plastic Bags Zoo Information and Dengue Awareness stall

Seminar on Traffic Rules Awareness in Capacity building of staff of Lahore Zoo on collaboration with City Traffic Police Anti Dengue Day

HANDS ON TRAINING OF INTERNS UNDER SUPERVISION OF VETERINERY STAFF