Zoo Kaiserslautern celebrates 50 years with big plans and animal welfare!

Zoo Kaiserslautern celebrates 50 years with big plans and animal welfare!

Kaiserslautern, Deutschland - The Zoo Kaiserslautern faces a significant change: Zoo Director Matthias Schmitt is retiring. This was reported by the Rheinpfalz . Schmitt has been responsible for the development and management of the zoo since taking office in 2003. Under its leadership, the zoo was not only renamed, but also significant innovations were implemented, including the introduction of a new concept after the crisis in 2014, which focused on walk -in enclosures and tier -based experiences.

Schmitt will leave the zoo at a crucial moment, as the Kaiserslautern Zoo celebrates its 50th anniversary at the same time. It was opened on June 15, 1968 with admission prices of 1 DM for adults and DM 0.50 for children. A brief review shows that the zoo initially fought with difficulties in planning and financing, but the city of Kaiserslautern invested considerable means and supported the growth of the zoo, such as the Wochblatt-Reporter reported.

anniversary celebration and future developments

The zoo is looking forward to its anniversary, which will be celebrated on 11th and 12th August with reduced admission prices and special events. Originally 41 mammals and 26 birds were among the first residents. Today there are 80 large animals as well as numerous birds and reptiles that attract visitors. In the future, further conversions and modernizations have been announced, including a new children's playground and a petting zoo. The commitment of 20 employees, including trainees and volunteers, remains an important factor for the operation and further development of the zoo.

-transmitted by West-East media