Bird park

Bird park

From Media Indonesia

There is a bird park on Jl Enggano, Tanjung Priok, North Jakarta. It is situated precisely between Entrance Seven and Entrance Eight of the harbor. I was told that the park was initiated and established by the North Jakarta Administration. It is a good idea, because they tried to make use of an unused piece of land.

However, there are a few things that need considering. First, the traffic at this particular place is always heavy. So the noise from the vehicles never ceases. Moreover, just behind the park there is a premises for storing heavy equipment.

After long observation I learned that the birds kept in the park "are not very happy". It can give enjoyment to the community but at the price of the birds' suffering. Please have pity on them!

Second, I cannot understand why they chose that particular place for a bird park. The problem is that the park can distract the attention of drivers, which leads to accidents. It would be much better, and more appropriate, if they prepare a park for flowers and trees. The trees will produce fresh air, and will invite birds to come and make the park their shelter.

DENNY SUBAGIO

Jakarta