Zoo Leipzig: Gardeners transform Gondwana-Land into tropical paradise!

Zoo Leipzig: Gardeners transform Gondwana-Land into tropical paradise!

Paffendorfer Str. 290, 04105 Leipzig, Deutschland - In the heart of Saxony, the picturesque Zoo Leipzig , which has developed into a true adventure park for animal and nature lovers in recent years. On 26 hectares of space, visitors can explore the variety of wildlife, which was built around the newly designed housing conditions and themed worlds. A special highlight is the impressive Gondwana country, which has been immersed in a tropical world since its opening in 2011 in which Asia, South America and Africa combine.

The large tropical hall extends over two soccer fields and conveys an authentic jungle feeling with over 200 exotic animal species and 500 different plant species. Here, visitors can hike on the jungle paths, climb the tree top path or take an eventful boat trip on the jungle river Gamanil. And if you are interested in the flora, you will find a collection of 60 spices and exotic fruits in the tropical utility garden. The Gondwana-Land, which reaches a height of 34 meters, impresses not only with its architectural design, but also with a heating system that uses sustainable energy.

The care of the tropical oasis

How is this tropical paradise actually kept in good shape? The Zoo Leipzig has a committed team of nurses and gardeners who take care of plant and animal world every day. In order to cover the light requirement of the plants, joint jacks are used with which the treetops are maintained. Once a year there is a radical cut that looks drastically, but does not harm the trees. On the contrary: they recover quickly and the lighting conditions for the lower plants improve considerably.

Before each cut, the gardeners check the tree tops for bird's ester to protect the breeding sides. This sensitive approach shows that the zoo is not only a place of entertainment, but also takes responsibility for the flora and fauna. All measures are also made in the MDR documentary soap "Elefant, Tiger and Co." documented that is broadcast every Friday at the best broadcast time.

the zoo as a place of learning

But the Leipzig zoo is not only known for its animals and plants. He also faces new challenges, especially in the Zooarchitektur . The requirements for animal -friendly attitude and the integration of educational offers grow steadily. The Institute for Zoo Architecture, founded by Prof. Dr. Natascha Meuser, is devoted to the architectural view of these challenges. It not only promotes ecological awareness, but also the cultural participation of visitors.

The architectural development of zoological systems must be based on social values. The Institut Zoos, cities and authorities therefore advise how these requirements can be implemented in the best possible way. This is done from the aspect of the listed zoo architecture, whereby historical animal houses are preserved and integrated into the modern zoo design.