Special programmes to celebrate 90th anniversary of Dehiwala Zoo 

A series of special programmes are to be held as the National Zoological Gardens in Dehiwala will celebrate its 90th anniversary on July 03, 2026.

Among the highlights will be the announcement of names for two lion cubs born at the zoo. Prizes will be awarded to those whose name proposals are selected. Visitors will also be given the opportunity to see the cubs with their mother at the Lion Island.

In addition, the zoo will also unveil its Nile hippo calf to the public for the first time. A naming competition for the calf has been reserved for school children under 18, encouraging young animal enthusiasts to participate.

The Department of National Zoological Gardens has invited both local and foreign visitors to join the celebrations and experience these new encounters.

Established on July 03, 1936, the Dehiwala Zoo is spread across 23 acres and is home to a wide variety of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and aquatic species.

Beyond entertainment, the zoo has become a national center for animal welfare, scientific research, conservation breeding, and environmental education, offering unique experiences through its aquarium, butterfly garden, and educational exhibits.

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