 One notable exception is the breeding programme of the "Manipur brow-antlered deer", or thamin which has been brought back from the brink of extinction by the breeding program at the Alipore Zoo.An "Adopt an Animal" scheme began at the Alipore Zoological Gardens in August 2013 as a way to obtain funding for the zoo.About 40 animals were adopted as of August 2013 The adopters receive tax benefits, are allowed to use photos of the animals in promotional materials, and get their name placed on a plaque at the animal's enclosure.