State of Mexico Begins 160 Million Peso Zoo Rehabilitation in Nezahualcóyotl

The State of Mexico has launched a significant rehabilitation project for the Parque del Pueblo Zoo in Nezahualcóyotl, involving an investment of 160 million pesos. Governor Delfina Gómez Álvarez initiated the work, which is expected to benefit over 400,000 residents in the eastern part of the state. This initiative is a collaborative effort between the state government, through the State Commission for Natural Parks and Fauna (Cepanaf), and the municipality of Nezahualcóyotl.

The first phase of the zoo's modernization is slated for completion in December 2026, with the entire project scheduled for delivery by the end of 2027. Governor Gómez emphasized the importance of the park as an emblematic space integral to the municipality's history and identity. "We have to give our animals a dignified place. We are not just here to inaugurate, but to supervise the work," she stated.

The project will significantly improve the living conditions for the zoo's current 187 animals, representing 44 different species. These include tigers, bears, bison, coyotes, lemurs, chimpanzees, hippos, ostriches, antelopes, and deer. The investment will focus on enhancing their habitats and overall welfare. Additionally, plans are in motion to introduce elephants and giraffes, following the successful model of the Parque Ecológico Zacango.

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This park is an emblematic space, that forms part of the history and of the identity of this municipality, we have to give them a dignified place for our animals. We are not just here to inaugurate, but we are going to supervise the work.