The forest is a fusion of rainforest, evergreen and deciduous trees and indigenous wildflowers. Creatures such as Siamese fireback pheasants, Malayan false gharial crocodiles, tapirs and black giant squirrels, also from Malaysia, can be spotted roaming through the new zone.
Benchapol Nakprasert is the Thailand Zoological Park Organization’s director. Inaugurating Forest of Asia, he said the zone should help the general public realise the importance of conserving wildlife and the planet’s unique natural environment.
He added that the zoo was a shining example of a care facility dedicated to the wellbeing of its animals and showcasing them for visitors. 12GO ASIA says Khao Kheow Zoo is one of the premier attractions for people holidaying in Pattaya and Jomtien and a tour option offered by many travel operators in the resorts.
Pattaya Khao Kheow Zoo opens new Asian forest zone
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Pattaya’s Khao Kheow Open Zoo has just inaugurated a brand new attraction zone. The Forest of Asia brings the woodlands and creatures of Asia together into one exciting and educational precinct.