Lions’ transfer follows nod from Central Zoo Authority
BENGALURU:
Bannerghatta Biological Park (BBP) has gifted three lions to the Belagavi zoo.
A BBP press note said that as per the permission given by the Central Zoo Authority, New Delhi, for the exchange of animals between Bannerghatta Biological Park, Bengaluru and Kittur Rani Channamma Mini Zoo, Bhutaramanahatti, Belagavi, the lions were shifted to the latter zoo.
Nakula,Krishna &Nirupama born to Preksha-Ganesha,on 12.2.2010 have been transported to Bhuthramanahatti zoo popularly known as #Belgaumzoo Animal lovers of region would get an opportunity to view the animals soon. @CZA_Delhi @aranya_kfd @CMofKarnataka @ArvindLBJP @belagavi_news pic.twitter.com/99fr3ZTurd
— Zoos of Karnataka (@ZKarnataka) February 25, 2021
Leonine stats
Lion Nakul, born 12-02-2010, aged 11 years
Sire: Ganesh
Dam: Preksha
Lion Krishna, born 12-02-2010, aged 11 years
Sire: Ganesh
Dam: Preksha
Lioness Nirupama, born 12-02-2010, aged 11 years
Sire: Ganesh
Dam: Preksha
