Old Areca Nut Tree Saved At Kerala Zoo
An old and important tree inside the animal home at the Thiruvananthapuram zoo is getting special care so it does not die.
What is happening
Workers at the zoo in Thiruvananthapuram are taking steps to save a very old areca nut tree. The tree stands right inside the area where hog deer live. People want to keep the tree alive because it is old and special.
How they will save it
Experts are going to collect parts of the tree to grow new ones just like it. They will plant these new trees in safe places like botanical gardens and other zoos so the plant is never lost. Here are the main steps being taken:
- Experts are looking closely at the health of the old tree.
- They are taking tiny parts of the tree to grow new plants.
- The new plants will be kept safe in gardens and zoos.
Why it matters
Trees are very important for animals and nature. Saving this tree helps keep the animal home green and protects plants that are getting rare. The zoo wants to make sure visitors can learn about nature and see different kinds of plants and animals together.