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The popular Johannesburg Zoo is celebrating 120 years and will be dropping prices in March to celebrate this milestone.
The Zoo covers 55 hectares of land and was founded in 1904, when land was donated to the public for recreational use by the firm of the late Hermann Ekstein. The Zoo houses over 320 species of animals, totaling about 2,000 animals.
Public perception of the zoo changed in the 1960s when visitors wanted to see animals in larger, more natural enclosures. This was the start of the zoo’s long-term plans to grow and improve the facility for both the animals and the visitors. These changes saw the upgrading and creation of old and new enclosures, the development of education and environmental programmes, and the zoo becoming part of local and international breeding programmes.
In acknowledgment of the Johannesburg Zoo’s milestone, Sizwe Dhlomo and Sol Phenduka engaged in a conversation about the intricate relationship between humans and animals.
While Sol confessed to not harboring the greatest affinity for pets, Sizwe delved into his bond with his horse, Sheena, revealing that the horse is covered by medical aid.
Furthermore, the duo shared their perspectives on zoos and the ethical considerations of housing animals in captivity, encouraging listeners to contribute their insights on the matter.
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