West Bengal Forest Dept to Switch Zoo Carnivores from Buffalo to Goat Meat

The West Bengal forest department has proposed that carnivorous animals in state zoos be fed goat meat in place of the traditional buffalo meat. The decision comes after a noticeable decline in the availability of buffalo meat for animal feed. Officials say the switch may increase the overall cost of meat procurement for zoos. They have assured suppliers that the government will address the supply issue promptly. The department also emphasized that the new diet will not compromise the nutritional quality required by the carnivores.