Zoo Duisburg is planning a new pygmy hippopotamus facility with a 700 m² greenhouse and 600 m² outdoor exhibits. The project will include the mixing of pygmy hippopotamus with a small monkey species (not specified). An amount with 7 numbers will be invested in the project, which will be supported by the Sparkasse Duisburg bank, a major sponsor of the zoo. The project is expected to start later this year, at which time the plans will be presented to the public.
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A location was not yet given, although there's a substantial space availabe near the Äquatorium and the current pygmy hippo exhibits, so that seems likely.
I hope this new pygmy hippopotamus facility will be a first step towards finally doing something about the Äquatorium.