Key-Points<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThe awards were given in four categories viz. the Outstanding Director \/ Curator, Outstanding Veterinarian, Outstanding Biologist \/Educationist, Outstanding Biologist \/Educationist and Outstanding Animal keeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Central Zoo Authority (CZA) was established to oversee the functioning of Indian zoos and complement the wildlife conservation strategies through ex-situ measures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
It recognizes around 160 zoo and rescue centers that enforce global standards in animal housing and welfare.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Over 567 captive animal species (with 114 species under endangered category) with overall 56481 individual animals are currently housed in Indian zoos.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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