Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, Pune

Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park, also known as Katraj Snake Park.
The park is located at Katraj in Pune district, which is one of the popular zoos in India. This garden was built by the Pune Municipal Corporation. Animals and nature lovers come in huge numbers to enjoy the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park. The zoo is also an educational attraction as visitors learn about animals in a fun way.

The animals here get an open environment which is very close to nature. Various animals in the Rajiv Gandhi Zoological Park and Wildlife Research Center are leopards, blackbucks and elephants. Then, you'll find different species of snakes and other reptiles in the Snake Park.

The zoo is spread over 130 acres and is divided into three parts - an animal orphanage, a snake park and a zoo, also a lake. In the Snake Park, more than 22 species of snakes and 10 other species of reptiles can be seen, including more than 150 individuals, including the King Cobra.

1. The park also includes a rescue center for injured and orphaned animals.
2. This zoo snake park in Pune also has a small library, where you can get more information about snakes.
3. The zoo also organizes various animal welfare activities, environmental awareness programs and guided tours.
4. Among mammals, the zoo has a white tiger and a male Bengal tiger named Tanaji.
5. There are more than 22 species of snakes in which 10 species are reptiles which includes more than 150 individuals. It also includes a 13-foot-long king cobra.

📅 Last update: 2024-07-04 || ✍ Author: Sandhya Chauhan

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