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Exploring the fauna of Maitri Garden, Bhilai, Chhatisgarh, India

Author Affiliations

  • 1Department of Zoology, Faculty of Life Science, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
  • 2Department of Zoology, Faculty of Life Science, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India
  • 3Department of Zoology, Faculty of Life Science, Dr. C.V. Raman University, Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh, India

Int. Res. J. Biological Sci., Volume 5, Issue (11), Pages 36-39, November,10 (2016)

Abstract

The aim of the current survey was to explore the fauna of Maitri Garden located in Maroda tank 12km from Durg city of Durg-Bhilai district of Chhattisgarh, India. This survey was the first approach to the garden to prepare checklist of 24 species representing 22 genera under 12 families. Zoos are increasingly introducing digital technologies to enhance visitors’ experience of viewing animals, and promote the welfare and wellbeing of captive animals. In the Maitri Garden, among the captive animals some are endangered species which are conserved and are helpful for the betterment of those animals.

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