The Public Institution Pelister National Park and Bitola Zoo have officially launched a mutual collaboration aimed at environmental enhancement and animal welfare. This partnership marks an important step toward joint conservation efforts and improving public educational spaces.
Habitat Enrichment with Natural Timber
As an initial action of this initiative, Pelister National Park provided timber from various tree species to help enrich and renovate the animal enclosures.
The main benefits of this habitat enrichment project include:
- Simulating Natural Habitats: Creating authentic environments that encourage natural animal behaviors and support their physical and mental well-being.
- Enhanced Visitor Experience: Transforming the zoo’s environment into a richer, more natural space for families and visitors.
- Sustainable Resource Sharing: Utilizing natural resources responsibly from the mountain to support key local institutions.
Improving Animal Welfare
Integrating natural wood elements into the enclosures provides animals with structural features for climbing, resting, and stimulation – vital components for modern zoo standards and animal care.
A Shared Vision for Bitola
This project demonstrates how institutional synergy and resource sharing directly contribute to enhancing public amenities, promoting animal welfare, and making Bitola a greener, more sustainable community.
