There have been new concerns about Indonesia’s new real-life “Jurassic Park,” after a viral photo shows construction in the area.
Context:
Indonesia has wondered how to bring tourists to Komodo National Park, which offers a glimpse at the world’s largest lizards, Komodo dragons.
- Visitors attend the park from around the world to see the dragons that found on Indonesian islands and are believed to have lived millions of years ago.
Indonesia announced in 2019 that it would create a massive new park.
- The announcement came with a trailer that included music from “Jurassic Park,” drawing immediately new similarities to the classic film.
Recent controversy:
A new photo popped up on social media showing one of the Komodo dragons sitting in front of a construction truck on Rinca Island, BBC News reports.
- The photo raised questions about whether or not the dragons would be harmed, and how well the development will protect their environment.
- Officials said no dragons have been harmed. Safety of the creatures remains a priority.
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The park remains still in development for now.
- Construction of the park is set to begin in 2021.