Sreepur, Gazipur
CCDB Climate Centre
Park
The Country’s Only Climate Education Centro – CCDB Climate Centro Gazipur
The Christian Commission for Development in Bangladesh (CCDB) established the CCDB Climate Centro in Sreepur, Gazipur in 2022. This unique climate education park is the only one of its kind in Bangladesh, designed to promote environmentally friendly farming methods, climate-resilient seeds, and sustainable agriculture.
Here, farmers, students, and entrepreneurs receive hands-on training to adapt to the challenges of climate change in Bangladesh. The center showcases models of the drought-prone Char areas, the hilly region, and the Haor wetlands, making it an ideal destination for educational tours, Eco tourism, and research travel in Gazipur.
Children’s Play Zone
The Children’s Play Zone is specially designed for kids under 12 years of age and below 4 feet in height, ensuring a safe and fun environment.
Cafeteria:
There is a very nice big cafe on the right side of the lawn. But you can't eat here. Because they only serve food when any team comes for training or educational tour.
Solar Tracker:
A solar tracker is a smart device that automatically follows the movement of the sun from east to west, adjusting the position of the solar panels. This technology allows more sunlight to fall on the panels, resulting in higher energy efficiency. With the help of a solar tracker, solar electricity production can be increased by 30–40% compared to fixed solar panels. It is one of the key attractions of the CCDB Climate Centro Gazipur, promoting renewable energy in Bangladesh and Eco-friendly solutions for the future.
Floating Vegetable Cultivation:
This section demonstrates how to grow vegetables on water using floating beds in ponds, rivers, or flooded areas. This innovative hydroponic farming technique helps farmers continue vegetable cultivation during seasonal floods. The CCDB Climate Centro in Gazipur showcases this sustainable method as part of climate-smart agriculture in Bangladesh, ensuring food security, Eco-friendly farming, and resilience in flood-prone regions.
Pond Sand Filter:
A Pond Sand Filter (PSF) purifies pond water through layers of brick chips and sand filtration units. It is a cost-effective and sustainable technology widely used in coastal areas of Bangladesh and regions affected by arsenic contamination in groundwater. This Eco-friendly water purification system provides safe drinking water and is promoted as a climate-resilient solution for rural communities.
Barren Land to Productive:
The Triple F Method (Forest, Field & Fruit) is an innovative model for transforming barren coastal land into productive farmland. Through this technique, farmers can grow fruit trees, timber plants, and cultivate fish by digging narrow ponds or basins and building small dams. This climate-resilient farming practice helps improve food security, restore degraded land, and promote sustainable agriculture in coastal Bangladesh.
Seedlings by Coco Dust:
Coco dust, also known as coconut coir powder, is made from coconut shells. It is lightweight, Eco-friendly, and has excellent water and nutrient retention capacity, making it an ideal soil substitute. This sustainable method is widely used in organic farming, hydroponics, and seedling cultivation to promote healthy plant growth and reduce dependence on traditional soil.
Solar Street Light:
A solar street light is a lamp post powered by solar panels and rechargeable batteries. During the day, the panels charge the battery, and at night, the light automatically turns on, providing Eco-friendly illumination. A 30-watt solar street light costs around 28,000 Taka in Bangladesh. These lights are widely used for roads, rural areas, highways, parks, and Eco-friendly projects, reducing electricity costs and promoting renewable energy solutions.
Coastal Resilience Home stay:
A coastal resilience home stay is an innovative housing solution designed to withstand the impacts of climate change, including tidal flooding, storm surges, and cyclones. These homes use robust construction techniques and climate-resilient materials, sometimes integrating scientific knowledge for extra protection.
The houses are built considering the height of tidal waves, with provisions for agriculture and plantation to combat climate impacts. Coconut trees, palm trees, and other coastal species are planted around the home stay to reduce cyclone effects. Designed facing north–south, the structure minimizes wind pressure, while the slate walls and a roof pitch of 30–40 degrees provide additional cyclone resistance.
This sustainable housing model offers both safe shelter and livelihood opportunities, making it an important example of climate adaptation, coastal housing, and Eco-friendly construction in Bangladesh.
Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG):
An Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) is an innovative technology that produces clean drinking water directly from the air. This method is especially useful in coastal areas, tidal zones, or regions with salty or contaminated water.
A standard AWG can produce 20 liters of water per day, costing approximately 2 lac Taka, though CCDB offers it for 25,000–30,000 Taka. This technology provides a sustainable solution for safe drinking water, climate-resilient communities, and water scarcity management in Bangladesh.
Wood-Saving Stove:
This stove uses less firewood than traditional stoves, helping save 70–80% fuel. It costs around 8,000–8,500 Taka and is ideal for Eco-friendly cooking and energy-saving kitchens in Bangladesh.
Solar Dryer for Food & Crops:
A solar dryer uses solar energy to dry food, crops, grains, vegetables, pickles, and more without electricity. It is an Eco-friendly and energy-saving solution for farmers and households. The cost of making a solar dryer is approximately 31,000 Taka.
Drinking Water from Saline Water:
This technology converts saline or salty water into safe drinking water using solar energy, making it ideal for people living in coastal and saline-affected areas. The setup, including the stand, costs approximately 20,000 to 25,000 Taka.
Rainwater Harvesting Method:
This rainwater harvesting system collects rainwater for drinking, cooking, and household use. Water falling on rooftops or collection surfaces is directed to a storage tank through pipes, with a filter system in between to ensure clean water. This method is ideal for sustainable water management in rural and urban areas.
Vertical Farming 3D Method:
The 3D vertical farming system allows crops and vegetables to be grown in stacked layers on a ladder-like structure instead of directly on the ground. This innovative method is perfect for small spaces, urban farming, and space-efficient vegetable cultivation, making it ideal for sustainable agriculture and modern farming techniques.
Hydroponic Farming:
Hydroponic farming is a soil-free agriculture technique where vegetables, fruits, and herbs are grown using nutrient-rich water solutions instead of soil. This modern farming method allows for faster growth, higher yield, and is perfect for urban farming, space-efficient cultivation, and sustainable agriculture.
Wind-Solar Hybrid Street Light:
The Wind-Solar Hybrid Street Light system combines solar panels and small wind turbine generators to produce clean, renewable electricity. This Eco-friendly and energy-efficient street lighting solution costs approximately 60,000 Taka to install. Ideal for sustainable urban development, climate-resilient infrastructure, and green energy projects.
Zero Energy Cool Center:
A Zero Energy Cool Center is an Eco-friendly, electricity-free storage solution for fruits and vegetables, functioning like a natural refrigerator. It maintains a temperature 10 to 15°C cooler than the outside, preserving freshness for longer periods. Ideal for farmers, local markets, and sustainable agriculture, it can be built for approximately 18,000 to 30,000 Taka with a shed and 200 kg storage capacity.
Bioslurry Use:
Bio-slurry is a high-quality organic fertilizer and a by-product of bio-gas production. During anaerobic digestion, 25–30% of organic matter is converted into bio-gas, while the remainder becomes nutrient-rich bio-slurry. Using bio-slurry in organic farming, vegetable cultivation, and sustainable agriculture can increase crop yields and reduce chemical fertilizer usage by up to 50%, making it an Eco-friendly and cost-effective solution for farmers.
Drip Irrigation System:
Drip irrigation is a modern micro-irrigation system that delivers water drop by drop directly to the roots of plants, trees, and crops. This method helps conserve water, increase crop yield, and promote sustainable agriculture. Installing a drip irrigation system costs approximately 15,000 to 25,000 Taka per bigha and is ideal for vegetable farming, fruit orchards, and efficient irrigation in Bangladesh.
Solar Billboard with Solar Panel & Rechargeable Battery:
A solar billboard is an energy-efficient advertising display equipped with solar panels and a rechargeable battery. The battery charges during the daylight and powers the billboard lights automatically at night, making it ideal for Eco-friendly outdoor advertising, sustainable energy solutions, and renewable solar technology in Bangladesh.
Solar Water Heater:
A solar water heater is an energy-saving and Eco-friendly system that uses solar energy to heat water for homes, schools, or resorts. It requires minimal electricity and helps reduce utility bills. The cost to install a solar water heater is approximately 30,000 to 35,000 Taka. Perfect for sustainable living, green energy in Bangladesh, and renewable solar technology.
Semicircular Reflective Solar Stove:
A semicircular reflective solar stove uses solar energy to cook food efficiently. Its mirror-like reflective surface is positioned towards the sun to maximize heat absorption, making it an eco-friendly and fuel-saving cooking solution. The cost of making this solar stove ranges from 30,000 to 60,000 Taka. Ideal for sustainable cooking, green energy projects, and renewable solar solutions in Bangladesh.
Evacuated Tube Solar Cooker:
The evacuated tube cooker is an energy-efficient solar cooker that uses the heat of the sun to cook food, reducing reliance on conventional fuels. It is an Eco-friendly, sustainable, and cost-effective cooking solution, with a making cost of approximately 10,000 to 15,000 Taka. Perfect for renewable energy enthusiasts, solar cooking projects, and green lifestyle in Bangladesh
Tredel Pump:
The Tredel Pump is a manual, human-powered suction pump capable of lifting water from depths up to 7 meters. It is a cost-effective and sustainable water solution for irrigation, small farms, and rural areas. The making cost is approximately 4,000 to 5,000 Taka. Ideal for off-grid water supply, Eco-friendly farming, and low-cost irrigation systems in Bangladesh.
Solar Aerator:
The Solar Aerator is one of the most important tools in aquaculture, providing a ventilation system that increases oxygen levels in fish ponds. This Eco-friendly device improves fish health and growth while being energy-efficient using solar power. The cost to make a solar aerator is approximately 50,000 Taka. Ideal for sustainable aquaculture, fish farming in Bangladesh, and pond management.
Visiting Time: Everyday.
Entry Fee: 150 Taka.
How to go: If you are coming from Dhaka, take a bus from Mohakhali Bus Stand to Mymensingh or Sherpur, and then go north from Mauna Chowrasta to Noyonpur Bus Stand. The fare is 100 Taka. You will cross a bridge, and the road goes eastwards. From there, take an auto to Murgi Bazar; the fare is 20 Taka per person. After reaching Murgi Bazar, take another auto east towards CCDB Road; the fare is 10 Taka per person. From there, you will need to walk north for 1 kilometer. Wait—if you get another auto, you can go to CCDB for 10 Taka.
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Rain Forest Eco Resort
Resort
This Eco resort is designed for travelers who love nature and adventure. The property features deluxe cottages, luxury villas, and an exclusive container house with rooftop seating. Facilities include a swimming pool, children’s playground, obstacle courses, laser net trap, and adventure games. Guests can also enjoy fresh food from the in-house restaurant, free WiFi, and spacious green lawns. Perfect for family vacations, group outings, or day-long trips from Dhaka.
Entry Fee: 100 taka for 1 hour
Visiting Time: Any day.
How to go: Located on Barmi–Maona Road, Sreepur.
Sobuj Pata Resort
Resort
Sobuj Pata Resort is famous for its calm and green shaded environment. With rooms, it provides both comfort and affordability. Facilities include a large swimming pool, fishing pond, wide playgrounds for cricket, football, badminton courts, and a spacious restaurant. This resort is perfect for corporate day-outs, weddings, family gatherings, and leisure holidays near Dhaka.
Entry Fee: 200 Taka
Visiting Time: Any day.
How to go: Situated in Uttar Vangahati, Sreepur,
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Atul Prasad Sen's Tomb
Atul Prasad Sen's great-grandfather, Kalinarayan Gupta, was the landlord of Bhatpara in Sadar Thana of present-day Narsingdi district and an important figure in the local Brahmo Samaj. This is his Kacharibari house in Kawrai, which is a place associated with the childhood memories of poet Atul Prasad Sen. Kali Narayan Gupta died in 1903. This house was later used as a land office for a long time. But as it was unusable, another building was built next to it.
The Brahmin temple was built on the eastern side of the Kachari house.
Sir Krishna Govinda Gupta, abbreviated as K. G. Gupta, son of Kalinarayan Gupta and maternal uncle of Atul Prasad Sen, was the sixth Indian member of the Indian Civil Service, a Barrister-at-Law. Born 28 February 1851. He was initiated into Brahmanism on 5 December 1869. He and his father Kalinarayan Gupta established this Brahman temple in their estate Kaoraid in 1893.
Their family burial ground has been built on the south side of the Brahma temple. There are several tombs here, among which many of us know the name of Atul Prasad Sen. Although they all died at different times, their ashes are buried in this Brahma temple of the Kauraid.
Atul Prasad was born on 20 October 1871 in his maternal uncle's house in Dhaka. His father was from Faridpur district. He was a Bengali composer, lyricist and singer, and a lawyer. He was a contemporary of Rabindranath Tagore. The age gap is about 9 and a half years.
After passing the entrance examination in 1890, Atul Prasad was admitted to Presidency College, Calcutta, and in November of the same year went to England to study law.
During his first voyage to England, Atul Prasad passed through Italy and, inspired by the melodies of the gondola rowers in Venice, he composed his patriotic song, Uth Go Bharat-Lakshmi..:
After becoming a barrister, he moved to a rented house in Calcutta in 1894.
On 5 February 1897, at Jorasako, Rabindranath Tagore attended a meeting with Atul Prasad Sen and Chittaranjan Das, along with other dignitaries.
On December 19, 1897, he began his legal career at the Rangpur Court in Bangladesh.
In 1900, he married Hem Kusum, daughter of his maternal uncle K. G. Gupta.
From 1903, Atul Prasad served as the president of the "Bengali Club of Lucknow" in India.
The anti-Partition of Bengal movement of 1905-11 inspired him to compose patriotic songs. He composed patriotic songs including "Moder Garab, Moder Asha, A-Mori Bangla Bhasha".
In June 1914, at the invitation of Atul Prasad, Rabindranath Tagore visited Lucknow from Ramgarh.
In 1922, a conference of expatriate Bengalis was held in Benares, India, presided over by Rabindranath Tagore. Atul Prasad started and edited the Bengali magazine "Uttar". Later, he presided over the same conferences in Kanpur and Gorakhpur.
Hindustan Music was born in Kolkata in 1932. Rabindranath Tagore sang the first recording in July under the banner of Hindustan Records, singing "Tabu Mon Rekho". The second record contained two songs sung by Atul Prasad Sen, "Miche Tui Bhabis Man!" and "Jani Jaani Tomare Go Rangarani".
Atul Prasad wrote 212 poems and most of them, except a few, were used as songs. Unfortunately, none of the songs were dated.
Atul Prasad died on 27 August 1934 in Lucknow at the age of sixty-three.
How to go: Atul Prasad Sen's tomb is in the Kauraid area of Sreepur. For this, you have to come from Mohakhali bus stand in Dhaka, cross the Mauna Bridge and go to Jaina Bazar. The fare is 100 taka. From here, cross the footover bridge and take the eastern road to CNG to Kawrai. The fare is 50 taka per person. We came from the western side. The eastern road goes towards the railway station. And our destination is inside this boundary wall on the left side. The front door is closed so enter through this northern path. Straight ahead is the land office. And on the right is the old historic Kachari house.
Kaoraid Railway Station
A 144 km long meter gauge railway line, known as the Dhaka State Railway, was laid in 1885 from Mymensingh to Narayanganj via Dhaka, to supply jute from Dhaka and Mymensingh to the Kolkata port. At this time, Kaoraid Railway Station was built as a station on this line.
Bormi Market:
A very old market but nothing to see. Bormi Bazaar was established on the banks of the Shitalaksha River in 1590. It is said that when Toknagar was the capital of Bengal, the Barmar Mogh pirates were passing through the Shitalaksha River to plunder Toknagar. The Mughal army captured and imprisoned them. The place where they were detained was called Barmi and the market was called Barmi Bazar.
This market was once believed to be the largest rural market in Asia. Currently, a market is held every Wednesday.
Wadda Dighi
Some say it was the 8th century, although this is not correct. Some say it was between 960 and 990 in the 10th century when King Indrapala formed an independent kingdom with Indrapur and its surrounding areas.
His son Aditya Pal established an army camp at this place in Sripur to resist the Koch Raja and dug a large pond of 32 bighas. This pond was known as Aditya Pal's Pond. Which is now known as "Waddar Dighi".
Sreepur was named after his son, King Sreepal.
To the east is the central municipal Eidgah ground. And in one corner, look, there is a restaurant.
On the southern bank of the pond, there is a monastery or tomb built about five hundred years ago, which still stands as a witness to time. It is known that people of the influential Hindu community were buried here.
It is known that in 1990, a cluster village was built on the western side of Aditya Pal's pond.
Boro Dighi, Karnapur:
In 1045, King Sripal's son Karnapal built a palace. He dug a huge dighi just to the east of the palace. Which you can see now. It is known as Bara Dighi. This area in the present Gosinga Union was named Karnapur after him. It is said that he dug this huge pond to please his wife.
Although it is known as Baradighi, some locals also know it as Jora Dighi. It is said that since Karnapal had two wives, a wall was built in the middle of the dighi from east to west. This wall still exists and can be seen in winter when the water level in the pond decreases.
King Karnapal had a huge house, which is still underground.
The land behind where I am standing on the north bank of the pond has been distributed to each of the 33 members of the local Guchcha village as 17 percent of the land. And on the other side of the pond, i.e. on the south side, there is the Guchchagram Government Primary School on 1 bigha of land. In total, the area of the pond is about 80 bighas.
West of the pond there was a palace. Although there is nothing left now. Previously, there was a pile of bricks buried underground. Now there is a Eidgah at this site.
Sreepur Municipality:
There is a very beautiful jack fruit sculpture here. 4 jack fruits.
To the south of it is the Pond with Ghat.
Sabah Garden:
Park on 36 bighas of land.
Entry Fee: 100 Taka
How to go: It is located Bagher Bazar in Sreepur.
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Gazipur Safari Park
The park was established in 2013. At the beginning, the park is on the right and left. If you have time to visit the safari park, you can take a walk here.
The safari park is very large. It covers an area of about 3690 acres. It will take a whole day to go around it.
Parrot:
Parrots can imitate human voices. Not only that, they can also accurately reproduce phone ringtones and dog barks.
Parrot is a long-lived bird. Common parrots live from 50 to 80 years. Some macaw parrots even live up to 100 years. This means that once you buy a parrot, you've almost got a friend for life!"
“Research says that some parrots have the intelligence of a 4-5 year old child. They can solve problems, remember things, and even recognize numbers!”
The beak of a parrot is really strong. It can easily break the hard shell of nuts. Therefore, their diet includes fruits, nuts, seeds and flowers.
Interestingly, parrot often stands on one leg and rests. It looks like she's doing yoga!
Macaw:
Macaws are actually a species of parrot. Macaws are called parrots because, like parrots, they are intelligent, can imitate human speech, and have colorful feathers. The difference is that macaws are much larger than regular parrots, have longer tails, and have much stronger beaks - so strong that they can easily eat hard nuts like Brazil nuts.
In other words, all macaws are parrots, but not all parrots are macaws.
The most interesting thing is that this bird can live for 50 to 70 years, and sometimes up to 100 years! Just think, if you had a macaw, who would grow old first — you, or your bird?
Oscar Fish (Astronotus ocellatus):
Oscar fish are the most intelligent aquarium fish and can recognize their owners. They can follow your hand, or even take food directly from your fingers.
If cared for, Oscars can live 10-15 years in captivity. Some have been recorded living for over 20 years!
Oscars can grow up to 1 inch per month in their first year! They can be 12-18 inches in length as adults. Due to their rapid growth, they need a large tank, a minimum of 75 gallons per fish!
Oscars are usually olive-green with orange markings, but breeding has created many varieties, such as:
* Albino Oscar - white body with red or orange markings
* Tiger Oscar - classic black and orange markings
* Lemon Oscar - vibrant yellow-orange
* Blue Oscar - a rare bluish hue
* Long Fin Oscar - flowing, elegant fins
The color of an Oscar changes depending on its mood, health, or environment. When an Oscar is stressed, the color may appear dark or faded, while when in a good mood, it will be bright. They may sometimes develop black or white spots during fights.
It is said that if you always call them by a specific name, they will recognize and learn it. Some owners train them to come when you call them!
Small Oscars lay about 300-500 eggs, while large Oscars can lay about 2,500-3,000 eggs.
Koi Carp:
These fish are produced through breeding a type of carp. Also called koi carp.
Carp fishing began in China in the 5th century BC. This carp was exported to Japan. It is said that three colors of carp, red, yellow and white, were present in Japan at that time. In the 1820s, Japanese fish experts began breeding two-color carp. As a result, the fish became colorful and grew up to 3.28 feet in size.
Koi fish were first displayed at the Imperial Palace in Japan in 1914. These colorful fish easily caught people's attention, and since then, they have spread throughout the world.
Although there are over 100 varieties of koi, 10 are very popular: Ogon, Koromo, Goshiki, Utsuri, Bekko, Shusui, Asagi, Showa, Sanke, and Kohaku.
Interestingly, this fish can live for over 50 years. A scarlet koi named "Hanako" was found to be 226 years old in a study conducted in July 1974.
In 2018, a carp was purchased by a Chinese collector for US$1.8 million, its highest price ever.
Koinobori are hung to celebrate Children's Day in Japan. Koinobori are made by cutting out carp fish of different colors from paper or cloth. Because carp is a symbol of strength and determination in Japan. One color is used for each member of the family in Koinobori.
This sign is used in Buddhism. Because in Buddhism, the koi fish is considered a symbol of perseverance, courage, and spiritual transformation.
Zebra Tilapia (Heterotilapia buettikofer):
Zebra Tilapia is named for the zebra-like black and white vertical stripes along its body.
Younger fish have more pronounced stripes, which may fade slightly as they grow older. Can grow up to 12 inches in captivity. Can live for about 5-8 years with proper care.
Gold fish (Carassius auruius):
Goldfish are one of the most popular and well-known fish in the world.
In 1162, the empress of the Song Dynasty in China ordered the construction of a pond to collect red and gold varieties. During this time, the empire forbade people outside the family from keeping goldfish of the golden or yellow variety, as it was the royal color.
By the 1620s, goldfish were highly regarded in southern Europe and were a symbol of good luck. It became a tradition for men to give their wives a goldfish on their first wedding anniversary, as a symbol of prosperity in the coming year. This tradition quickly died out, as goldfish became more readily available.
Goldfish have been bred over centuries to come in a variety of colors. Although most people think of goldfish as orange, they can be red, white, yellow, black, or blue.
In captivity, goldfish are typically 4-6 inches, but in large ponds, they can grow up to 12 inches. The largest goldfish ever recorded was 18 inches long!
Many people believe that goldfish have a very short lifespan, but with proper care, goldfish can live for 10-15 years or even longer. The oldest goldfish on record lived to be 43 years old!
There was an old story or saying that goldfish have a memory of 3 seconds. In fact, this has been proven wrong. Goldfish's memory can last for weeks, months, or even years. Studies have shown that goldfish can distinguish between different human faces and recognize their owners over time.
Goldfish don't have a stomach! Instead, they have a long intestine that helps them digest food slowly. This is why overeating can lead to digestive problems and water pollution.
Goldfish are very hardy and can survive cold temperatures. Some have even survived freezing to death.
Goldfish can survive in low oxygen. They can even produce ethanol alcohol in their blood to survive for months without oxygen!
Goldfish can make low-frequency sounds, especially when interacting with other fish.
Goldfish do not have external ears, but they can detect sound waves through their lateral line system and inner ear.
A single goldfish in an aquarium requires at least 75 liters of water.
In 1973, NASA sent goldfish into space as part of an experiment to study how micro gravity affects aquatic life. It was one of the first fish sent into space.
Tinfoil Barb (Barbunymus schwanenfeldii)
The tinfoil barb is a large, fast-swimming freshwater fish that gets its name from its bright, reflective silvery scales, which resemble tinfoil.
Although sold as a small fish in stores, tinfoil barbs can grow up to 14 inches in length! Their size and fast swimming require a lot of space, so if kept in a home aquarium, they need a large tank of at least 280-470 liters. With proper care, tinfoil barbs can live up to 8-10 years, and sometimes up to 15 years in good conditions.
These fish are strong jumpers and can jump out of uncovered tanks, so a secure lid is essential when keeping them in an aquarium.
blood Parrot Cichlid:
Blood Parrot Cichlids are a hybrid species of fish. Blood Parrot Cichlids live only in aquariums! They were created through breeding in Taiwan in 1986.
There is debate over their exact parent species, but they are thought to be a cross between the Midas Cichlid (Amphilophus citrinellus) and the Redhead Cichlid (Paranitroplus sinespilus).
Adult fish can grow to be 8 inches long and live to be 10 to 15 years old.
Due to hybridization, the fish has several physical deformities, including the inability to close their mouths completely, so they compensate by grinding food with their throat muscles.
Polar Blue Parrot:
The "parrotfish" is named for its beak-shaped mouth, which it uses to pluck algae from rocks and coral.
Many people wonder why the Polar Blue Parrotfish (sometimes called the Polar Blue Parrot Cichlid) is named "blue" when it often appears black and white or gray in color. The Polar Blue Parrot is actually a hybrid fish (of the Convict Cichlid and the Blood Parrot Cichlid).
This hybridization produces a light blue-gray body with zebra-like black stripes, which sometimes appear more black and white than blue.
In some aquarium lights, the blue color appears pale or silvery, making the fish appear white with black stripes.
Under strong LED or natural light, you will see soft blue shimmer on its scales.
They can grow to 10-12 inches, depending on care and tank size.
At night, they secrete a mucus cocoon to protect themselves from predators while they sleep - a unique feature among reef fish.
Glow Fish:
Glofish also called Tetra Fish is a patented and trademarked brand of fluorescently colored genetically modified aquarium fish. They are made from several species of fish: Zebrafish were the first Glofish available in pet stores, and recently black tetras, tiger barbs, rainbow sharks, etc. have been added to the lineup.
They are sold in many colors, trademarked as "Starfire Red", "Moonrise Pink", "Sunburst Orange", "Electric Green", "Cosmic Blue" and "Galactic Purple".
Rainbow shark (Epalzeorhynchos frenatum):
The rainbow shark is a freshwater fish. It gets its name from its shark-like body shape and dorsal fin, which are similar to those of ocean sharks.
In captivity, they typically grow to be 4-6 inches long. In the wild, they can reach 7-8 inches! As they grow larger, they require a minimum 50 gallon tank.
Rainbow sharks are tank-bottom and aquarium-surface cleaners. Being at the bottom and in the middle, they eat the leftover food left by other fish, but also eat algae that floats on top.
A large rainbow shark will chase a smaller one until it dies, or chases other fish out of its territory. Their relatives, such as red-tailed sharks, bala sharks, and black sharks, should not be kept in the same aquarium with them, as they will chase and attack them.
Rainbow sharks can lose the bright red color of their fins when stressed or sick. If they regain their red/orange color, it is a sign that they are healthy.
iridescent Shark (Pangasianodon hypophthalmus):
The iridescent shark catfish, also known as the sooty catfish or tra catfish, is a freshwater fish.
Despite its common name "shark," it is not a true shark. It is in the catfish family.
People sometimes call the albino variety of this fish the "albino shark" or "white shark catfish," which causes confusion.
In the aquarium trade, people mistakenly call albino iridescent shark catfish "white sharks."
Although small iridescent sharks are sold for aquariums, they are not easy to keep. They require space. Their eyesight is very poor; as a result, they can bump into aquarium glass and cause injury.
Iridescent sharks require a minimum tank size of 12 meters to thrive naturally. If given enough space and fed adequately, they can grow up to 1 meter in length. Most iridescent sharks kept in home aquariums grow to between 6 and 12 inches in length and may die prematurely.
Alligator Gar (Atractosteus spatula)
The alligator gar is called a "living fossil" because it has existed for over 100 million years, dating back to the time of the dinosaurs!
Its upper jaw has two rows of sharp teeth, which give it a menacing appearance and help it catch slippery prey.
It looks like a crocodile, which is why it got the name alligator gar.
Alligator gar can grow to be over 10 feet long and weigh over 300 pounds. Their bodies are covered in ganoid scales, so tough that Native Americans once used them as arrowheads and jewelry.
They can breathe both air and water.
Despite their fearsome appearance, alligator gar are generally harmless to humans. However, eating alligator gar eggs is poisonous to humans.
Butterfly:
Butterflies can't fly unless their body temperature is warm. That's why you often see them in the sun with their wings spread out.
They use their antennae to help them smell and sense direction, find food, and migrate.
Butterflies can see colors we can't - including ultraviolet light. This helps them identify flower patterns that humans can't see.
Most butterflies live only 2-4 weeks. Although some species, like the Monarch, can live up to 9 months.
Monarch butterflies fly thousands of miles from Canada and the USA to Mexico - an incredible journey for such a tiny creature. There are more than 17,500 species of butterflies worldwide, each with unique colors, patterns, and habits.
Crocodile:
Crocodiles have been around for over 200 million years, meaning they lived alongside dinosaurs!
The crocodile's bite is the most powerful of any animal on Earth, capable of easily breaking bones.
Crocodiles can live for 50-100 years, depending on the species.
Crocodiles have a four-chambered heart, which is unusual for reptiles, which helps them regulate blood flow during swimming.
Some species, such as saltwater crocodiles, can travel thousands of kilometers at sea to find new territories.
Western plantain-eater:
Despite its name, it doesn't just eat plantains. It eats fruits, seeds, flowers and occasionally insects.
The Western Plantain-eater is quite large (about 50-60 cm) and has a loud, hoarse call that can be heard from a distance.
They have gray-brown feathers, which help them blend in with the trees, even though they are large birds. Their beaks are strong and slightly curved, suitable for picking fruit and crushing seeds.
Lesser Adjutant:
Madantak whose English name is Lesser Adjutant. Long lips.
The name may be "lesser", but the bird is huge. It can grow up to about 4 feet long and have a wingspan of about 6.5 feet! It is slightly smaller than the Greater Adjutant bird. The Lesser Adjutant's head and neck are featherless, meaning they are bald, which makes it look a lot like a vulture.
Like storks, they have no vocal cords. That is, they cannot make sounds.
Due to their bald head, hunched posture, and slow gait, the Lesser Adjutant is called "the old man of the wetlands." But don't let their appearance fool you, they are a skilled hunter!
Indian Rock Python:
Indian Rock Pythons are non-venomous, meaning they kill their prey by squeezing it without using venom.
They can grow up to 20 feet long, although most are 10-15 feet long. They are one of the largest snakes in India.
After a large meal, an Indian rock python can go without eating for weeks or even months. Their metabolism slows down a lot after swallowing large prey.
Their jaws can widen to swallow prey larger than their heads, and their skin and muscles stretch to accommodate food.
They are mostly solitary, coming together only during the breeding season.
They are generally not aggressive towards humans, avoiding them, but may bite or contract if threatened by humans.
Gharial:
Gharials have been around for millions of years, making them one of the oldest crocodile species.
Gharials are primarily fish eaters. Their long, narrow snout and needle-like teeth are well-suited for catching slippery fish.
Despite their size, up to 20 feet long, gharials are not dangerous to humans because their jaws are too narrow to hunt large animals.
In Indian mythology, the Gharial is considered a symbol of the river god and is sometimes seen in Hindu temple artwork.
Emu:
After the ostrich, the emu is the second largest living bird in the world, growing up to 6.5 feet long.
Emu can run at speeds of up to 50 km/h due to its long, powerful legs.
Emu eggs are dark green in color and can weigh up to 450-650 grams - about the size of 10 chicken eggs! Emu are flightless birds, but their legs are so strong that they can kick predators and even break bones.
Emu can walk long distances in search of food and water, covering up to 25 miles a day. Emu are so important to Australia that they appear on the national symbol of Australia, along with the kangaroo.
Ostrich
Ostrichs have been on Earth for more than 50 million years.
Ostriches can run at speeds of up to 70 kilometers per hour, making them the fastest running bird in the world.
An ostrich egg is about the size of 24 chicken eggs and can weigh 1.4 kilograms or more. This makes it the largest egg ever laid by any living animal.
Ostriches have eyes that are 2 inches wide, the largest of any land animal. Interestingly, their eyes are bigger than their brains!
Ostriches have powerful legs that can kick with enough force to kill a lion. Each foot has two toes.
Both male and female ostriches take turns incubating the eggs. The males sit on the eggs at night, their dark feathers helping to conceal the nest, and the females cover them during the day, their lighter feathers blending in with the sand.
Vulture:
Vultures eat dead animals, which helps clean the environment and stop the spread of disease.
Their stomach acid is so strong that it can kill deadly bacteria like anthrax, rabies, and botulism.
Most vultures have bald or featherless heads. This helps them keep clean.
Vultures can fly for hours without flapping their wings, using warm air currents (thermal drift). Some can fly higher than airplanes! 37,000 feet
Their eyesight is extraordinary - some vultures can spot a dead animal from over 5 kilometers away. That's why we often jokingly call someone with vulture eyes.
Peafowl:
In fact, the word "peacock" only refers to males. Females are called "peahens." Their babies are called peachicks.
And if you don't know if they are male or female, you can be on the safe side and say peafowl. Peafowl can mean either male or female.
A male peacock's tail can be up to 6 feet long, longer than the rest of his body. The colorful tail feathers are called trains and have eye-like patterns. They spread these to attract female peacocks.
Male peacocks dance by spreading their feathers, shaking them to make a crackling sound that fascinates female peacocks.
Despite their large tails, peacocks can fly short distances, usually to escape predators or to roost in trees at night.
Peacocks are very loud, especially during the breeding season. Their calls can be heard up to a kilometer away.
The Indian peafowl was declared the national bird of India in 1963.
In the wild, peacocks can live 15-20 years, sometimes even longer in captivity.
Purple Swamphen:
The purple Swamphen is a bright purple-blue color, with green wings, a bright red beak, and long reddish legs - making it one of the most colorful waterfowl in the world!
Its body shape and gait are similar to those of a chicken, and it is often called the “swamp chicken.” But it is a member of the rail family, not a chicken at all!
Little Egrets:
The little egret is known for its white feathers and beautiful body.
Its legs are black and its feet are bright yellow, which it sometimes uses to stir the water and attract fish!
Despite being water birds, they can fly long distances and often migrate seasonally.
They can catch fish in a second with their sharp stingers - one of the fastest predators in the wetlands!
Great Hornbill:
The Great Hornbill can grow up to 4 feet long and have a wingspan of about 6 feet.
The Great Hornbill has a large, curved yellow-black beak topped by a hollow structure called a casque.
When they fly, their huge wings make a sound that can be heard from more than 100 meters away.
Great Hornbill often rub their beaks and caskets on oil-rich fruits such as figs, which gives them a bright yellow-orange color. It's a kind of makeup for them!
Hippopotamus:
Hippopotas spend most of their day in the water to keep their massive bodies cool in the hot African sun.
Adults can weigh between 1,500 and 3,200 kg. Despite this, they are surprisingly agile in the water.
Their mouths can open up to 150 degrees and their large teeth can grow up to 20 inches long!
On land, hippos can run at speeds of up to 30 km/h over short distances, despite their large size.
Hippos mainly eat grass, eating 30-40 kg per night.
Hippos secrete a reddish oily substance that acts as a sunscreen and antibiotic, protecting their skin from sunburn and infection.
Hippos are responsible for more human deaths in Africa than lions or elephants, because they are aggressive.
Zebra:
Many people think that zebras have black stripes on their white fur. In fact, zebras are black and have white stripes underneath their fur!
Just as every human fingerprint is unique, every zebra has a unique stripe pattern.
These stripes aren't just for style - they can help regulate heat. The black stripes absorb heat and the white stripes reflect it, perhaps creating airflow that helps the zebra cool down.
Studies have shown that zebra stripes repel flies and mosquitoes. It's like nature's insect repellent!
When threatened by predators like lions or hyenas, zebras stay close to each other. Their overlapping stripes confuse predators, making it difficult to find a target.
Zebras can run at speeds of up to 65 km/h and, while running, run in a zigzag style to escape predators, making them difficult to catch.
Like horses, zebras are not domesticated because they are extremely unpredictable, aggressive, and easily startled.
Deer:
In most deer species, except reindeer, only the male deer grow antlers. Deer antlers shed and grow new ones every year. The new antlers are covered in soft, skin called velvet, which provides blood and nutrients.
Deer have an excellent sense of smell and hearing, sensing predators long before they see them. Their large ears can even hear the slightest sound.
Deer have eyes on either side of their heads, giving them 300-degree vision, almost panoramic! And their eyes are quite magical. That's why they say "deer eyes". Deer can jump up to 10 feet high and run at speeds of 40-50 kilometers per hour. They are also strong swimmers, able to cross rivers and lakes if necessary.
Deer have four-chambered stomachs that help them digest efficiently, and they are a beast!
Bear:
Bears are experts at climbing trees! They often build nests in trees where they can sleep, rest, or escape predators.
There are 8 species of bears in the world — including the polar bear, brown bear, black bear, panda, sloth bear, sun bear, spectacled bear, and Asiatic black bear.
Bears have an incredible sense of smell, they can detect food or mates from miles away. Bears love honey! They pluck bee stings from trees to get the sweet stuff - which is why they are sometimes called "honey bears".
A subspecies of the brown bear is the grizzly bear, which can weigh over 500 kg.
Lion:
Although lions are called the "king of the jungle", they actually live in grasslands, not forests.
A lion's roar can be heard from 8 kilometers away.
Lions can sleep or rest for up to 20 hours a day!
Lions can run at speeds of up to 80 kilometers per hour, but only for short distances - up to about 100 meters. This is why they rely on stealth and teamwork to attack their prey.
Entry Fee: 50 Taka. Macaw-20 Taka, Parrot-20 Taka, Fish Gallery-20 Taka, Movie-100 Taka, Butterfly-20 Taka, History Museum-20 Taka, Hanging Bridge-10 Taka, Peacock-20 Taka, Great Hornbill-20 Taka. Core Safari-150 Taka.
Visiting Time: The park is open from 9 am to 5 pm. It is closed on Tuesdays.
How to go: If you are coming from Dhaka, you will have to take a bus from Mohakhali bus stand to Mymensingh, Sherpur to Maona intersection. The fare will be 100 taka. Cross the Maona bridge and go eastwards on the road, from here you will take an auto to Satkhamair. The fare is 20 taka per person. After reaching Satkhamair, you have to cross the railway line and take the southern road for about 1.5 kilometers. You can take an auto and reserve.
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* Gazipur Sadar
* Kaliakair
* Kaliganj
* Kapasia
* Sreepur (you are here)
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