Sadar Zoo Reopens After Bird Flu Outbreak

Kathmandu. The Sadar Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, which was closed for about a month due to bird flu infection, has been reopened to the general public from Friday.

The zoo has been reopened for observation after the bird flu infection came under control. The zoo was closed on Asar 5th after the infection was confirmed.

Bird flu was confirmed in tests conducted after crows died at the zoo. 41 birds and animals had died due to the infection.

The zoo administration has urged the public to not feed the animals during observation, maintain a safe distance, not stay close for a long time, and wear masks.

With the reopening of the zoo on Friday, there has been a hustle and bustle of visitors of various age groups.