Patna: A fresh wave of excitement is building at Sanjay Gandhi Biological Park as a group of new and rare animals arrives, promising to transform the zoo experience for visitors in the coming weeks. The most talked-about among them is a white tigress, expected to become the biggest attraction once she is introduced to the public. Officials have confirmed that all newly arrived animals are currently under quarantine and will likely be available for viewing after 17 May, once they have fully adjusted to their new environment.
The zoo administration says the arrivals are part of a routine but important animal exchange programme aimed at improving biodiversity and maintaining healthy animal populations across zoos. Several species have been brought in from National Zoological Park, including six Sangai deer, four white blackbucks, four rosy pelicans and four painted storks. These animals are known for their beauty and unique characteristics, and their presence is expected to enhance the overall appeal of the zoo, which already attracts large numbers of tourists and local visitors.
In addition to the animals from Delhi, more species have arrived from Chaudhary Devi Lal Herbal Nature Park Zoo. These include green iguanas and silver pheasants, which, though fewer in number, add further diversity to the zoo’s collection. Officials say such exchanges are carefully planned and carried out under national guidelines to ensure the welfare of the animals as well as the enrichment of zoo habitats.
For now, all the animals are being kept under strict observation in a quarantine facility, where veterinarians and trained staff are monitoring their health, diet and behaviour. This period is crucial, as animals often face stress during relocation and need time to adapt to new climatic conditions. If all goes according to plan, the animals will be shifted to their enclosures between May 17 and 19, after which visitors will be able to see them. With the arrival of these new species, the zoo is expected to see a rise in footfall and renewed interest from wildlife lovers.
