Mysore Zoo assumes a dynamic part as it is included in the hostage reproducing program for the jeopardized species furthermore in other protection exercises. Mysore Zoo goes about as a "shelter" to raise deserted creatures like youthful gorillas, calves of elephants and gaur, and offspring of tigers and panthers.
Mysore Zoo is likewise outstanding for the reproducing of numerous intriguing species such as Zebra, Barberry Sheep, Emu, Giraffe, Kangaroo, Chimpanzee, Hippo, Great Indian, One-Horned Rhino, Sangai, Tiger, and so forth. Jeopardized species like Four Horned Antelope, Mouse Deer, Civet, Caracal, Chinkara, Nilgiri Langur, Ring Tailed Lumur, Binturong, Leopard, and so forth are likewise raised and reared in Mysore Zoo. Mysore Zoo comprises of open fenced in areas, pathways and a veterinary healing center with every cutting edge facilitie for creature care. It likewise encases Karanji Tank which has been changed over to a smaller than expected asylum for avian species.
Situated at a separation of around 2 km from Mysore Palace, Mysore Zoo is spread over roughly 250 sections of land. There is a battery worked vehicle to take guests through the zoo which costs about INR 125. It takes at least two hours to cover the zoo and tickets are sold from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm