Hyderabad, June 22 -- Nehru Zoological Park, commonly known as Hyderabad zoo, celebrated World Giraffe Day on Sunday, June 21, with special events aimed at promoting wildlife education and awareness among visitors.

As part of the celebrations, zoo authorities prepared a special 5-kg cake made from fruits, vegetables, green leaves, nuts and beans for Bunny, the zoo's 10-year-old male giraffe.

Animal keeper talks were held in two sessions during the event. Assistant Animal Keeper Buchanna and Zoo Education Officer Deepak Tharun interacted with visitors and explained the giraffe's habitat, food habits, behaviour and lifespan.

Deputy Curator J. Muralidhar said World Giraffe Day is observed globally on June 21 every year because it is the l...