1 year ago
Chennai Zoo Adjusts Feeding for Summer Heat
During Chennai's hot summers, the Vandalur Zoo changes how it feeds its animals.
They give different foods to each animal, like ice cubes with fruit and honey for bears to stay cool.
The zoo's team, including vets, works together to make sure the animals are eating the right things.
They also add vitamins and minerals to help animals handle the heat, especially when cooling systems are not readily available.
This helps animals, like elephants and lions, stay healthy and comfortable.
Everything from the amount of meat to the fruit combinations is specially planned for each animal type.
The Vandalur Zoo in Chennai adjusts animal diets during summer.
Feeding includes ice cubes/balls with fruits, honey, and meat to provide nutrition and reduce heat.
Diets are customized by species, age, and feeding habits.
Additional supplements like electrolytes, minerals, and herbal liquids are given.
The veterinary team inspects all food before distribution.
- Who
- Vandalur Zoo staff and veterinary team
- What
- Implementing species-specific feeding adjustments to manage thermal stress for animals.
- Where
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park in Vandalur, Chennai.
- When
- During the summer season.
- Why
- To manage thermal stress and ensure animal well-being in summer due to high temperatures.
Key facts
- Zoo Name
- Arignar Anna Zoological Park
- Location
- Chennai
- Season
- Summer
- Feeding Adjustments
- Customized diets and ice treats
- Diet Type
- Species-specific
- Oversight
- Veterinary team
- Additional Support
- Supplementation


