Mysuru: Mysuru Zoo had displayed Wali, a chimpanzee, and Polo, a gorilla, for more than two decades. But after their death, the facility had been trying hard to bring back the same attraction.
Efforts were made to breed chimps, but to no avail. But still, the authorities are hoping to breed the primate in captivity.
It has been nearly eight years since both Wali and Polo passed away — they died in a span of one year during 2013-14. The duo, being star attractions, had exhibited human-like mannerisms. The primates’ open enclosure had been the most sought-after spot for tourists who used to spend more time enjoying the primates in action.
Mysuru Zoo is the only facility in Karnataka to have displayed the primates.
Ajit Kulkarni, executive director of Mysuru Zoo, said the last time the zoo bred a chimp was in early 1980. Currently, the zoo has six chimpanzees — three each of males and female. Efforts are on to breed apes.
Zoo Authority of Karnataka chairman L R Mahadevaswamy said the facility has displayed many exotic animals and birds and also spared them under under animal-exchange programmes. As soon as new animals are added, visitors are informed about the new attractions, he added.
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