Gujarat’s proposed Desert Zoological Park and Night Safari at Juna Deesa will feature five dedicated night-safari enclosures, alongside a separate day zoo, following approval from the Central Zoo Authority. The 103-hectare project, estimated at ₹542.14 crore, is planned to house around 2,700 animals and birds representing nearly 83 species. The facility will showcase desert wildlife from India, Africa and Australia, with proposed species including Indian wild ass, Asiatic lion, leopard, African cheetah, Grevy’s zebra, scimitar oryx, kangaroos, emus and wallabies. The complex will also include a reptile safari, rainforest biome, aquarium, aviary and butterfly park.
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