Construction of the “North Pole” for polar bears and Arctic animals has begun at the Novosibirsk Zoo

The construction of the “North Pole” began at the Novosibirsk Zoo. The new pavilion for polar bears and other Arctic animals will be one of the institution’s largest projects in recent years, TASS reports.

The new complex is planned to house polar bears, polar wolves, arctic foxes and polar owls. According to the director of the zoo, Andrei Shilo, construction has already begun, and it is expected to be completed in about two years. It is noted that the project is being implemented with the support of Rosneft, regional and municipal budgets.

At the same time, the zoo is reconstructing an enclosure for walruses. The zoo is also working on other future homes for animals. Thus, a complex for river otters is at its final stage. In addition, construction began on a territory for African inhabitants. Giraffes, antelopes and pygmy hippos will live there.

The Novosibirsk Zoo named after Rostislav Shilo is considered one of the largest in Russia. About 12 thousand animals of 790 species live on an area of ​​65 hectares. More than 350 species are listed in the International Red Book, and about 180 are in the Red Books of Russia and its regions.