Zoological Park, located in the city of Kiev, is a research, environmental and cultural-educational organization. It is an object of the Ukrainian Nature Reserve Fund, which is of national importance. The initiators of the creation of this unique institution were professors from the University of St. Vladimir and the Polytechnic Institute, gymnasium teachers, public figures, doctors, wildlife enthusiasts.
History of creation and development, address
The zoo in Kiev was officially formed and began operating on March 21, 1909. It was then that he was given the territory for location in the botanical garden, which belonged to the University of St. Vladimir, and was allowed to raise funds for the maintenance of pets. After considering the application, M. M. Chikhachev, holding the post of vice-governor, in May 1909 agreed to establish at the entrance to the Zoo in Kiev, the photo of which is presented in the article, "a box for collecting money." Thanks to this funding, in the same year, the number of pets was already 115 species. At first, the zoo in Kiev was kept at the expense of the charity of philanthropists and private individuals. The collection was composed mainly of wild animals, which their owners refused. Such patrons were businessman A. Tereshchenko, architect V. Gorodetsky, Countess M. Brockaya, artist S. Svyatoslavsky, custodian of Askania-Nova F. Falts-Fein, Tsar Nicholas II.
Expansion
In 1910, the territory of the zoological garden almost doubled, which was facilitated by the University board. From that moment, the institution already owned one and a half hectares. The city authorities helped the zoo and twice a year allocated subsidies in the amount of 1,000 and 1,500 tsar rubles. In May 1912, the administration provided a new place for the establishment of the institution, which was most suitable for him. Its area was 23.2 hectares. It was located in the suburbs of Shulyavka, near the building of the Polytechnic Institute. The relief of this area was not suitable for the construction of a residential building, but was suitable for the formation of the territory of the zoo. The ravines were convenient for justifying the rates for birds, in the upper part they equipped squads, cages and aviaries. The housewarming took place in 1913, but further development of the zoological park temporarily stopped. This was due to the beginning of the First World War, and after the Civil War. After going through significant difficulties, enthusiasts were able to save the animals and the arrangement of the institution until the end of hostilities.
In 1919, the Zoo in Kiev became the property of the newly created state. He was given official status. Venanti Burdzinsky was appointed the head of the Kiev Zoological Park. In the period of the 20s of the last century, the institution began to develop rapidly. The collection was replenished with new species of animals, the construction of the elephant elephant, premises for monkeys began, the old enclosures expanded, the water supply system improved, and
scientific work was actively conducted
. In the mid-30s, the zoo in Kiev secured the entire territory, which was fenced. A veterinary hospital began to operate, in which several laboratories and departments were equipped, a pharmacy for animals, an indicative forge, and a procedure chamber were opened.
The Patriotic War made its own negative adjustments: the park was destroyed, almost all animals were taken to Germany. In 1943, after the
liberation of Kiev, it was quickly restored by the forces of the collective. April 10, 1944, the activities of the institution resumed again. In 1966, a long reconstruction of the zoological park began. A central entrance, ticket offices, a boiler room, and a tour desk were built. In the winter of 1970, the construction of a new bird pavilion, the area of which was 2400 m², was completed. In the early 70s, the opening of the aquaterrarium took place, in 1976 a complex for primates was built, and eight years later the "Island of Animals" was opened. In 1983, the zoo in Kiev became part of a network of territories and objects of the nature reserve fund. The active formation of an exposition of exotic and rare animals began, and scientific and practical activities were carried out to study the species and study the methods of their breeding.
Main tasks
The main goals of the zoo include:
- Creation and maintenance of pet collections.
- Research, introduction and generalization of the experience of breeding certain species of animals in captivity.
- Preservation of animals in artificial conditions, especially rare species that are listed in the Red Book of Ukraine.
- Foundation, preservation and further development of the arboretum.
- Conducting educational, research, cultural and educational activities in the field of ecology, zoology, ethology, animal husbandry, nature conservation, hunting.
- Conducting various types of leisure activities for guests, arranging the necessary conditions for their relaxation, which will not have a negative impact on animals.
additional information
A young circle is working on the basis of the zoo, the activity of which is aimed at children acquiring knowledge in biology, zoogeography of aquatic and terrestrial animal species , systematics, and the basics of environmental protection. Children of different ages attend classes with enthusiasm. In turn, the parents of the children respond very positively to the organization of the circle. Here, pupils can get acquainted with the pets of the zoological park, look after them, observe their behavior and stages of development. The institution is happy to accept any assistance from sponsors. To date, the "Friends Club" operates, in which programs for guardianship of animals and patronage work. In addition, the institute of volunteering resumes its activity.
Behavior rules
All species of animals and plants that are located in the zoo have environmental and scientific value. Therefore, when visiting an institution, certain rules of conduct must be observed:
- It is forbidden to feed and disturb animals, as this may entail the emergence of various diseases and death in them.
- You can not go beyond the fence. You should pay special attention to children, do not plant and do not put them on the barrier.
- It is necessary to observe silence.
- It is necessary to protect green spaces (flowers, bushes, trees), which provide the beauty of the zoo.
- When photographing animals, you need to turn off the flash.
- It is forbidden to throw foreign objects into aviaries.
- Do not touch or move gardening equipment.
- It is forbidden to enter the territory of the zoo with your pets.
- It is not allowed to smoke or drink alcohol.
- You can’t skate in the territory on roller skates, scooters, bicycles, children's cars.
- It is forbidden to distract attendants from enclosures and cells.
In case of violation of the rules, the visitor will be asked to leave the territory of the zoo. Allowed to take pictures and video on amateur cameras. Optionally, you can use professional video. To do this, you need to send a letter and get permission from the administration of the zoo. This service is paid, its cost is negotiated individually.
Zoo in Kiev. Visit Prices
The cost of a ticket for adults is 50 hryvnias, for pensioners, people with a “kiyanin card”, students - 25 UAH. Tickets for children from 5 to 16 years of age, disabled people of groups 1 and 2, Chernobyl category 1, combat participants are provided for 15 UAH. Entrance to the zoo is free for visitors under the age of 5 years, as well as for people with disabilities under 18 years of age. There is the possibility of acquiring a family ticket of 80 hryvnias for two adults and two children, or one adult and four children.
Season tickets
Subscriptions valid for a month are provided. For adults, their cost is 160 hryvnias, for children - 60, for students - 100. There are also annual subscriptions. For adults they are provided for 720 hryvnias, for children - 270, for students - 450.
Visiting Mode
The institution is located on 32 Pobedy Avenue. The zoo in Kiev, whose work schedule allows visiting the institution from 9.00 to 22.00, has no days off. On holidays, the working time is reduced by three hours. For everyone, the zoo in Kiev (official website: zoo.kiev.ua/ru.) Also organizes excursions. A group of up to 30 people is recruited. The cost of the tour is 150 hryvnias for one academic hour, for two hours - 300 UAH., For three - 450.
Route
The above indicates where the zoo in Kiev is located. How to get to the institution? It is located near the Polytechnic Institute metro station. Can be reached by public transport. The institution should be trolleybus number 5, as well as minibuses No. 575, 518, 230.