The Zoological Park is expected to receive a major boost with the gift of some 15 animals including lions.
Minister of Governance Raphael Trotman said a “zoo to zoo exchange” with the Hyde Park Zoo in the United Kingdom will see four manatees being sent to the UK institution.
The arrangement, which came out of negotiations the National Parks Commission had with the UK zoo, would also see Guyana receiving $30 million, which is expected to go towards the rehabilitation of the zoo, Botanical Gardens and the National Park.
Speaking at a post-cabinet press conference yesterday, Trotman said that under the programme the zoo will receive two peacocks, two pairs of ostriches, one pair of antelopes, a pair of lion cubs and three zebras.
The minister said it is hoped that with the monetary assistance the Botanical Gardens and the National Park will be restored to a pristine state.
Work is also being done with the World Wildlife Fund to enhance the knowledge of the animals, flowers and plants.
