Two new flamingo chicks enchant the Eberswalder Zoo
Two new flamingo chicks enchant the Eberswalder Zoo
First breeding of the flamingos in the Eberswalde zoo: a success for species protection and community
The Eberswalder Zoo recently announced significant progress in the area of animal breeding: since July 11th and 16th, 2024, two young pinklamingos have enriched the animal ensemble. The director of the Zoo, Paulina Ostrowska, officially welcomed the chicks on Friday, August 2, 2024. This is not only a gratifying event for the zoo, but also an important step in rearing these beautiful animal species.
The role of Eberswalder Zoo in species protection
Rosaflamingos are fascinating birds that occur in many parts of the world, including Germany. Their impressive size of 120 to 140 cm and their characteristic color make them a highlight in zoological facilities. The Eberswalder Zoo is proud of its flamingos, which also includes a group of 17 dwarf flamingos who came from Karlsruhe to the Barnim region in 1994. The zoo makes a valuable contribution to the protection of these bird species, which fulfill ecologically important functions
Special features The rearing of the flaming coaches
The flaming coats are reared in two different variants. A chick is looked after as a hand rack, which means that the zookeepers are particularly intensively involved in care. Zooinspektor Matthias Hoff and his team lovingly take care of the daily feeding that take place every two-hour. The second chick, on the other hand, remains with his parents, which is referred to as a natural brood. These different methods show the flexibility and commitment of the zoo employees in young talent.
a sign of hope and engagement
For Ms. Ostrowska, this offspring symbolizes a great sign of qualification and the use of the zookeepers in the Eberswalder Zoo. "The efforts to put flamingos in brood mood were worth it," she said. However, these successes are not only important for the zoo, but also promote the interest and support of the community for species protection.
The search for names for the chicks
As part of this solemn announcement, the zoo invites visitors to submit suggestions for the names of the two chicks. This gives the community the opportunity to actively participate in these special moments. Suggestions can be submitted directly to the zoo or sent via the e-mail addressThe successful breeding of the flamingos in the Eberswalder Zoo is not only a small success in the zoo, but a pioneering step in the obligation to maintain and protect animal species. The next steps in the development process are the responsibility of both employees and the community, which together for the continued existence of such beauties such as the flamingos.
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