Jos Wildlife Park

Jos Wildlife Park, known as one of the Plateau State's topmost tourist attractions and a place in Nigeria where nature has been conserved. The sights and sounds of nature and wildlife unfold in the park, located in the middle belt of Nigeria along the Jos-Miango road, about 5 kilometres from the city of Jos, and covering an area of 8 square kilometres. It is one of the biggest natural/artificial zoological garden and park in Nigeria.[1]

Jos Wildlife Park
Map showing the location of Jos Wildlife Park
Map showing the location of Jos Wildlife Park
Jos Wildlife Park
LocationNigeria
Coordinates9°53′7″N 8°50′55″E
Governing bodyNigerian Conservation Foundation

The park is playing a major part in the development, promotion of tourism and ecotourism in Nigeria.[2]

History

In 1972, the Jos wildlife park was established by the governor, Joseph Gomwalk.

Wildlife

The park is an habitat for various animals, mammals, birds, reptiles included.

  • Herbivores: elephants, cattle, elands, gazelles and others can be found at the park
  • Carnivores: the park has several lions, crocodiles, hyenas, pythons and other carnivores
  • Birds: ostriches, the crowned crane, vultures are among the flight animals the park is proud too have. [1]

In 2020, Mr. Zendi Mukuk an animal lover donated a pregnant African rock python to the park.[3]

References
  1. https://www.pressreader.com/nigeria/the-punch/20180902/282741997675145. Retrieved 29 December 2021 – via PressReader. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  2. "How eco tourism can boost economy". The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News. 9 March 2016. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
  3. "Animal lover donates pregnant python to Jos wildlife park". Daily Trust. 6 May 2020. Retrieved 29 December 2021.
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