Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)

He donkeywhose scientific name is Asnius Horsesalso known as the domestic donkey, rucio and borrico, is an equine mammal, whose main characteristic is its long ears and is mistakenly considered a low-intelligent animal, in addition to being in danger of extinction.

The African donkey, which was domesticated around 6,000 years ago, was the ancestor of the Mexican donkey and for many years was used to transport loads and horses in Africa, Europe and the Asia.

Most domestic donkeys measure between 90 centimeters and 1.40 meters in height, although the mammoth donkey can measure up to 1.70 meters. The sound it produces is called rebuzno and their average lifespan ranges from 25 to 30 years, depending on the living conditions they lead.

Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)
Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)

Despite their importance, donkeys are in danger of extinction, as according to a research and development report, there were approximately 10.5 million donkeys in Mexico in 1991. However, in recent years their population has declined significantly. Even so, today less than 50% are still alive.

Indeed, with new technologies, the donkey He was replaced and no one cares about his reproduction anymore. There are few associations and institutions that give importance to this animal in our country.

This place is located in Otumba, State of Mexico, its task is to save, preserve and raise awareness around the mexican donkey, It is the first Mexican donkey sanctuary in Latin America, it is a non-profit animal protection society.

Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)
Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)

They save donkeys from slaughter, abuse or malnutrition of donkeys. His work began in 1996, under the name of Donkey Friends Associationsince then they have tried to show visitors how amazing these animals are, as well as remove the stigma that they are stupid animals, since zoologists who have studied donkeys claim they are very intelligent.

Moreover, they are sensitive animals, that’s why in case they receive bad treatment, they refuse to obey, that’s why they are told that they are stubborn or stubborn. In burroland Completely free visits are organized, as well as school visits where they can visit the places on board a train decorated with the theme of the place.

You can visit this place on Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m., only by reservation, but completely free. You can buy your tickets only through their website or WhatsApp number 5549267362, where they will send you a confirmation email, which you must present at the entrance.

Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)
Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)

They can be visited by all types of public, during school visits respect for animals and environmental awareness are encouraged through the “Burroplanet” project. You can bring your pet on the tour because they are pet friendly, the same way you can volunteer to help out these local burritos.

During your visit, you will be able to appreciate the habitat of the donkey, their behavior, their diet, their cleanliness and more, all in the wild where donkeys bray freely. Also, there is a vegetable stall you can buy to feed the animals yourself and of course it is allowed to take pictures with them so you can show them on social media.

You will also be able to see the little ones with their mothers and learn about the agricultural and industrial tasks that the donkey has, all this detailed in photos, it is expected that the Donkey Museum.

Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)
Photo session with Tribilin (PHOTO: @sar_amar_iana and @tallertav)

Visit the page www.burrolandia.es to get your access, more information and many photos of the place. Also, you can go to their Facebook page to see the photoshoot they did for Courta burrito who has posed as a model in several iconic CDMX locations as part of the venue’s promotion.

Currently, Burrolandia Mexico It has the support of students from different degrees such as veterinary medicine, tourism, marketing, etc. In addition, students from Autonomous University of Hidalgo State they can exercise their professional practices and their social service there.

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