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description
February 7, 2006
The New The New Hope Zoo Hope Zoo
and and GardensGardens
HOPE ESTATES LAYOUT- Aerial View
ZooExpansion area
Coconut park
Gardens
Total of 230 acres(90ha)
FOUNTAIN GARDEN
MAZE
MICRODAM
LILY POND
Nature Preservation FoundationA duly incorporated company that is a non-profit, non-governmental body formed by the stakeholders of the Hope Estates namely National Wildlife Foundation (NWF), Fairshare Ltd.and the Jamaica Orchid Society (JOS)Leased to the NPF by the Commissioner of lands for a period of 49 years from April 1, 2004 to March 31, 2053. Assumed responsibility of the Estates on May 16, 2005.Approved as a charitable organization
NPF’s Mission Statement
To develop and manage Hope Zoo and the Royal Botanic Gardens as a sustainable facility for environmental education, applied research, recreation, wildlife and flora conservation for Jamaica and the region; and to position the facility as part of the Tourism Product
Partnerships to support the Mission
Government of JamaicaPrivate Sector Donor agencies locally and internationalTertiary institutionsMultiple embassies and consulatesInternational Gardens and ZoosCommunity groupsOther non-government organizations
Hope Zoo - The New Concept
New Exhibit concept
Jamaica Paradise and NaturaleAfrican OutpostThe AmericasBiodiversity House
Plan of exhibit concept
Biodiversity house
Jamaican fruit bat Croaking lizard, Gecko
Swallowtail butterfly
Dolphin
Redevelopment of Hope Zoo
Hope Zoo is currently in Phase 1 development stage.To date some projects have been completed.
PROPOSED PHASE 1 DEVELOPMENT
Crocodile
Black billed Parrot
Ocelots
Petting zoo
Phase 1 : Crocodile exhibit
Funding approved, construction to be started.Features to include
- underwater viewing section - feeding station - elevated walkway
Crocodile exhibit (aerial view)
Crocodile pool
Underwater viewing section
Elevated walkway
Crocodile exhibit
Phase 1: Ocelot enclosure
Construction completedAwaiting sourcing and approval of importation of ocelots
Ocelot enclosure
Phase 1: Black billed parrot aviary
To house the endemic Jamaican black billed parrotEndangered species
Aviary - Black-billed parrot
Phase 1: Petting Zoo
Aim: to allow patrons to have close contact with the animals, domestic and non-domestic. Allows them to foster a greater appreciation for animals.
Petting zoo
EXISTING ENTRY
Entrance to Zoo
Entrance to be alteredNew structure:
- increase functionality -improve aesthetics
Administrative offices
Summary of Zoo projectsAfrican Outpost Biodiversity house - Jamaican Aviary (walkthrough)Zoo Entry buildings Purchase of animals
Renovation of Monkey Island- Flamingo Exhibit Butterfly Exhibit Wild Bird Exhibit
Completed Zoo Projects
Petting ZooVending KiosksBlack billed parrot
aviary
Incipient projects
Crocodile exhibit (finalized working drawings, construction to start)Flamingo exhibit (Design stage)Refurbishment of lion exhibit (awaiting funding)
Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase I
Approx. 7 – 10 mthsPhase 1 Zoo Jamaican Paradise and Naturale
Approx. 6 mthsAnimal Hospital
Year 1
StartOrnamental GardensApprox. 6 mthsNursery Development
Approx. 3 mthsJogging Trail
Approx. 4 mthsOrchid House
Approx. 8 mthsPhase 1 Gardens (including fencing & lighting)
Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase II
StartRoads and car parks
Start Theme Park (formerly Coconut Park)
Phase 2 Gardens
Start to completionPhase 2 Zoo African Outpost
StartJCDT Building
Year 2 –3
ContinuationOrnamental Gardens
1 yearBotanical Museum
Timelines for the Development of proposed projects Phase III
Phase 3 Gardens
Start to completionPhase 3 Zoo: The Americas
CompletionJCDT Building
StartConservation & Research Facilities
ContinuationOrnamental Gardens
Yr 3 –5