Lombija Wildlife Park and Heritage Resort

Today, most wildlife facilities consider the conservation and breeding of endangered species a high priority. The World Zoo Conservation Strategy (WZCS) developed principles encouraging them to employ ecologically sound development practices (IUDZG 1993). Under the WZCS, wildlife facilities have the responsibility of managing often-irreplaceable biological resources, thereby, contributing to the conservation of biological diversity (IUDZG 1993).

Wildlife facilities are also established for a number of reasons. Offer a variety of educational opportunities that teach about the behavior and natural history of wildlife and their counterparts in the wild. Facilities owners normally participate in programs that bring wildlife from different facilities together to breed. In addition, they work to protect wildlife habitats in the wild and they conduct research that advances knowledge on animal biology.

Although wildlife facilities deal largely with captive animals, facilities owners believe that captive breeding should not be considered a substitute for protecting species in the wild. Wildlife facilities are established only in order to help threatened species, facilities owners, likewise, work to safeguard natural habitats and educate local people about the value of their native wildlife. The Lombija program promotes ecotourism, attracting tourists to explore the natural wildlife. This will impart awareness and encourage the ecotourists and the local populace that it is important to protect wild animals instead of trapping and selling them as pets.

Lombija Wildlife facilities will likewise act as center of education and is designed to make learning about wildlife an interesting and enjoyable experience. It will provide visitors with the chance to see rare creatures that come from many different parts of the globe. Lombija wildlife facilities will also introduce people to their own local wildlife, offering a valuable learning experience in an increasingly urban world.

Likewise, Lombija Wildlife facilities will provide educational programs that is aimed at a wide range of ages. For young children, a visit to Lombija will provide an opportunity to see and touch animals other than household pets. Children can learn about the work involved in keeping animals and about the differences between domesticated and wild animals.

For older schoolchildren, Lombija may conduct classes or day trips that will focus on different aspects of animal biology and the impact of humans on animal life. These educational visits may include discussions about zoo management, the feeding and care of different species and the methods used to encourage animals to breed in captivity. High school students will learn about the complex issues that Farm professionals must consider on a daily basis, including strategies for controlling captive animal numbers so that animal populations do not outgrow the available space in the farm. Students also will be able to learn about the need to strike the right balance between keeping those in greatest need of protection.