Revitalization Completed, TMII Bird Park Will Reopen
After three months of being revitalized, TMII Bird Park appeared with a new face. More than 2,000 birds consisting of 218 bird species endemic to Indonesia are ready to welcome back visitors.
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Cockatoos at the Bird Park in the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah area of Jakarta on Saturday (8/12/2023).
JAKARTA, KOMPAS - After three months of revitalization, the Bird Park in Taman Mini Indonesia Indah, Jakarta, will soon be open to the public on August 17, 2023, in conjunction with the 78th Anniversary of the Republic of Indonesia. The park, founded in 1975, has transformed into a more well-maintained facility with a more diverse collection of birds that supports the conservation process of animals and also serves as an educational resource for the community.
This revitalization coincides with PT Dyandra Mitra Indah as the manager of three attractions in TMII, PT Bhumi Visatanda Indonesia as the operator of TMII, and Jagat Satwa Nusantara which manages animals collaborating. Later the Bird Park will be opened, while the Komodo Park attraction as well as the Freshwater and Insect Worlds are still in the revitalization process.
The number of wildlife in TMII Bird Park is now 2,000 individuals consisting of 218 bird species. The majority are endemic Indonesian birds, such as the Javan eagle, green peafowl, and spectacled duck.
The Head of Animal Helper and Health as well as the veterinarian of Jagat Satwa Nusantara, Piter Kombo, ensures that during the revitalization process, all birds are moved to a quarantine area to prevent stress and illness. After revitalization, all birds will not be immediately placed into the aviaries but will go through a habituation process first.
"We are trying to present a tourism facility that is not ordinary, but also emphasizes educational and conservation elements while still prioritizing the welfare of animals here," said Piter at TMII Bird Park on Saturday (12/8/2023)."
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The Javanese eagle was displayed at the Bird Park in the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah area, Jakarta, on Saturday (12/8/2023).
This 6-hectare park has two aviary domes that divide bird species based on their origin regions. The Wallacea and Sahul domes are for bird species from eastern Indonesia, while the Sunda Besar dome is for bird species from western Indonesia.
The artificial river in the middle of the park was once drained to dredge its sedimentation. This was done to maintain the cleanliness of the park environment and support the health of wildlife such as pelican birds and various types of ducks that live in the water.
"This area is 0.8 to 1.2 meters deep, and it has not been fully dredged since 1986," he said.
Piter added that wildlife conservation in TMII Bird Park has successfully produced a number of endemic birds. This proves that the park is not only commercialized for educational tourism purposes.
The new look of Bird Park in Taman Mini Indonesia Indah area, Jakarta, after revitalization, on Saturday (12/8/2023).
Each cage at the Bird Park is now equipped with a separating fence with a distance of approximately 1 meter and installed with educational information boards about the birds in the cage. Visitors are not allowed to touch the cage for the safety and health of the birds and visitors.
The visitor's path that was previously made of concrete blocks has now been flattened with cement to make it easier for everyone to walk. Visitors are prohibited from stepping on the grass except on this cemented path.
In the central part, there is an open-air theater named Plaza Maleo. Visitors can enjoy free educational bird shows here at 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.
This plaza directly faces the Bantimurung restaurant located in the center of the Bantimurung cave. Inside the restaurant, in addition to affordable food and drinks, visitors can take photos with parrots and macaws.
Visitors also have the opportunity to experience flying with an eagle for about 60 meters above the artificial river, which will land on the hands of the visitors. The price is only IDR 30,000, but limited to six visitors per day for the comfort of the eagle.
"It is advisable to visit during the morning when the birds are still being fed and about to start their activities. However, the afternoon is also equally interesting," said Commercial Manager, Graha Abadi Pasyaman."
Animal keepers provided education during a bird show at the Bird Park in the Taman Mini Indonesia Indah area, Jakarta, on Saturday (12/8/2023).
This park is also very friendly for people with disabilities. In addition to public facilities such as children's playgrounds and iconic places such as Mbaru Niang Tree House and Omo Hada Flyover Bridge located in each aviary dome.
"The Bird Park will be an inspiring destination, providing education, conservation center, and a platform for animal welfare," said Ery Erlangga, Director of PT Dyandra Mitra Indah."
The entrance fee to the Bird Park after revitalization remains affordable, namely IDR 50,000 on Monday-Friday and IDR 60,000 on Saturday-Sunday and national holidays. Children taller than 120 centimeters will be charged.
The operating hours are from 09.00 to 17.00 WIB on Monday-Friday and from 09.00 to 18.00 WIB on weekends and national holidays. Ticket purchases can be made at the counter or online.
