Zoo Corps

ZOO CORPS

The Hyderabad Zoo Corps program is a hybrid training initiative combining classroom and field sessions over three months. Volunteers called Zoo Corps, are trained in zoo operations including,

  • Visitor Facilitation
  • Crowd Management
  • Routine Maintenance of Animal Enclosures
The Program Is Divided Into Three Modules
  1. Orientation and Zoo Basics: Volunteers learn about the zoo's history, mission, and various departments, with a focus on species-specific education.
  2. Environmental Education and Visitor Interaction: Volunteers receive training on environmental issues, conservation projects, and visitor education.
  3. Zoo Operations and Maintenance: Volunteers can access to veterinary hospital, animal feed store and animal enclosures and learn about routine maintenance of animal enclosures, participate in food preparation and feeding sessions. The best-performing/interested volunteers may be selected for the next batch/advanced roles in the zoo.

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First Batch of Hyderabad Zoo Corps from FCRI, Mulugu. 33 students have participated for duration of 6 months.
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Dr. Sunil S. Hiremath (Director (FAC) and Curator, NZP-Hyderabad Zoo) addressing the first batch of Hyderabad Zoo Corps from FCRI, Mulugu.
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Mr. Mani (Retired PCCF) interacting with Zoo corps. He shared his experience serving as IFS