Midland Zoo Opens Crocodile Farm Always a favorite among locals, Midland Zoo opened a new attraction for animal lovers yesterday. Adding to more than 40 exhibits of animals from around the world, the zoo's newest facility is a crocodile farm that will serve to educate guests on how crocodiles live, breed, and survive. The farm, which is located at the zoo's man-made lagoon, contains more than 20 Siamese crocodiles. — [1] —. Visitors will have a chance to view the animals at close range through windows in an underwater observatory area. — [2] —. The new site also has a research laboratory used for animal breeding. — [3] —. This was made possible through a partnership between zoo management and a group of biology professors from Central Plains University. "It is necessary for children and adults to appreciate the importance of caring for endangered species as these creatures are essential to maintaining a diverse ecosystem." Midland Zoo manager Joshua Synco said. To increase guests' understanding of the animals, the laboratory's nursery and incubation sections will be open to the public beginning next week. The zoo is also planning to open a new screening facility this weekend. — [4] —. The room seats up to 100 guests and will feature documentary films about crocodiles and other endangered species. For information about wildlife preservation, or the hours and fees of the zoo, visit www.midlandzoo.org. |
