Bhubaneswar, July 7(OT Webdesk): Nandankanan Zoological Park has marked a major conservation milestone with the successful hatching of 11 yellow anacondas, boosting the zoo’s anaconda count to 25.
The latest arrivals follow an earlier set of 7 hatchlings born on June 29, making this breeding achievement one of the most prolific for the elusive South American species in India.
Native to the swamps and rivers of South America, the yellow anaconda (Eunectes notaeus) is notoriously difficult to breed in captivity due to its reclusive nature and habitat sensitivities.
However, Nandankanan’s success underscores its excellence in wildlife management and exotic species care, setting a new benchmark among Indian zoos.
Wildlife experts have hailed the event as a “remarkable conservation achievement,” highlighting its role in strengthening biodiversity within zoological parks.
The zoo is preparing specially monitored enclosures to allow public viewing of the newborn serpents, offering visitors a rare chance to observe these exotic reptiles up close.
With this breakthrough, Nandankanan continues to reaffirm its position as a national leader in wildlife conservation and education.
