F.A.Q.

What is the difference between a nature reserve and a zoological garden?

The main difference is that in zoos animals are kept in cages whereas in nature reserves they live free in an open but fenced area. Besides, nature reserves are designed to protect wildlife and their natural habitat and to educate the public on nature conservation.

What animals will I be able to see on a visit to the reserve?

You may not see all the animals present in the reserve, as they are constantly moving; it also depends on the time of the year and on the weather conditions. The reserve is an open ecosystem, a shelter and a stopover for many species.

Can I bring animals with me on the visit?

Absolutely not, no pets of any kind are allowed, without exception. They would be a source of stress for the animals which live on the reserve, not only because of the possibility of interaction, but also because the secretion of liquids, hormones and pheromones, although apparently harmless, could affect the environment. This is why pets are not allowed, not even if kept on a leash.

If I find an animal in distress, can I take it to the reserve?

Absolutely not. The reserve is not a shelter for animals in distress. There are associations which take care of them and this is what the Fauna Centre of Friuli-Venezia Giulia recommends: