"Jawalakhel"

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13 November 2025

A golden jackal is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. Golden jackals are native to Nepal and are typically found in forests, grasslands, and near human settlements. The sighting at the zoo allows visitors to observe this adaptable carnivore up close while highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation in the country.

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13 November 2025

A golden jackal is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. Golden jackals are native to Nepal and are typically found in forests, grasslands, and near human settlements. The sighting at the zoo allows visitors to observe this adaptable carnivore up close while highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation in the country.

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13 November 2025

A golden jackal is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. Golden jackals are native to Nepal and are typically found in forests, grasslands, and near human settlements. The sighting at the zoo allows visitors to observe this adaptable carnivore up close while highlighting the importance of wildlife conservation in the country.

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13 November 2025

An injured snow leopard cub, which is rescued one year ago from Morang, is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. Snow leopards are typically found at elevations above 2,500 meters, but this one is discovered in the Tarai lowlands at just 150 meters -- a rare occurrence of high-elevation species found in lowland regions. Similar cases are reported in Mongolia and Russia, where snow leopards and Himalayan wolves are recorded around 500 meters.

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13 November 2025

An injured snow leopard cub, which is rescued one year ago from Morang, is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. Snow leopards are typically found at elevations above 2,500 meters, but this one is discovered in the Tarai lowlands at just 150 meters -- a rare occurrence of high-elevation species found in lowland regions. Similar cases are reported in Mongolia and Russia, where snow leopards and Himalayan wolves are recorded around 500 meters.

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13 November 2025

A black leopard (panther) is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. The female leopard is rescued from Ilam District in eastern Nepal and brought to the zoo in September 2025. After being under veterinary care, the leopard is now visible to the public. A black leopard is not a separate species but a common leopard with a genetic mutation called melanism, which results in excess black pigmentation.

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13 November 2025

A black leopard (panther) is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. The female leopard is rescued from Ilam District in eastern Nepal and brought to the zoo in September 2025. After being under veterinary care, the leopard is now visible to the public. A black leopard is not a separate species but a common leopard with a genetic mutation called melanism, which results in excess black pigmentation.

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13 November 2025

A black leopard (panther) is seen inside its enclosure at the Central Zoo in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, on November 13, 2025. The female leopard is rescued from Ilam District in eastern Nepal and brought to the zoo in September 2025. After being under veterinary care, the leopard is now visible to the public. A black leopard is not a separate species but a common leopard with a genetic mutation called melanism, which results in excess black pigmentation.

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17 October 2025

Visitors attend the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 at Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day event, running from October 15 to 19, showcases diverse varieties of chrysanthemum and ornamental plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. As the Tihar festival nears, people purchase flowers and plants to adorn their homes and courtyards. Organizers say the exhibition aims to promote awareness about the production and conservation of Godawari flowers, which play a significant role in Nepali culture and the festive spirit of Tihar.

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17 October 2025

Visitors attend the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 at Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day event, running from October 15 to 19, showcases diverse varieties of chrysanthemum and ornamental plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. As the Tihar festival nears, people purchase flowers and plants to adorn their homes and courtyards. Organizers say the exhibition aims to promote awareness about the production and conservation of Godawari flowers, which play a significant role in Nepali culture and the festive spirit of Tihar.

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17 October 2025

Visitors attend the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 at Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day event, running from October 15 to 19, showcases diverse varieties of chrysanthemum and ornamental plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. As the Tihar festival nears, people purchase flowers and plants to adorn their homes and courtyards. Organizers say the exhibition aims to promote awareness about the production and conservation of Godawari flowers, which play a significant role in Nepali culture and the festive spirit of Tihar.

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17 October 2025

Vibrant chrysanthemum flowers are on display during the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day exhibition, held from October 15 to 19, features multiple varieties of chrysanthemum and decorative plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. With the Tihar festival approaching, many visitors admire and purchase flowers to brighten their homes. Organizers say the expo aims to encourage flower farming and raise awareness about the importance of Godawari flowers in Nepali traditions and festive celebrations.

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17 October 2025

Vibrant chrysanthemum flowers are on display during the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day exhibition, held from October 15 to 19, features multiple varieties of chrysanthemum and decorative plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. With the Tihar festival approaching, many visitors admire and purchase flowers to brighten their homes. Organizers say the expo aims to encourage flower farming and raise awareness about the importance of Godawari flowers in Nepali traditions and festive celebrations.

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17 October 2025

Vibrant chrysanthemum flowers are on display during the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day exhibition, held from October 15 to 19, features multiple varieties of chrysanthemum and decorative plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. With the Tihar festival approaching, many visitors admire and purchase flowers to brighten their homes. Organizers say the expo aims to encourage flower farming and raise awareness about the importance of Godawari flowers in Nepali traditions and festive celebrations.

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17 October 2025

Vibrant chrysanthemum flowers are on display during the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day exhibition, held from October 15 to 19, features multiple varieties of chrysanthemum and decorative plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. With the Tihar festival approaching, many visitors admire and purchase flowers to brighten their homes. Organizers say the expo aims to encourage flower farming and raise awareness about the importance of Godawari flowers in Nepali traditions and festive celebrations.

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17 October 2025

Vibrant chrysanthemum flowers are on display during the 18th Godawari Chrysanthemum Flora Expo 2025 in Jawalakhel, Lalitpur, Nepal, on October 17, 2025. The five-day exhibition, held from October 15 to 19, features multiple varieties of chrysanthemum and decorative plants brought from Godawari, Kathmandu. With the Tihar festival approaching, many visitors admire and purchase flowers to brighten their homes. Organizers say the expo aims to encourage flower farming and raise awareness about the importance of Godawari flowers in Nepali traditions and festive celebrations.

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