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In 1868, two pairs of swans were gifted to the city of Chicago by New York City’s Central Park, marking the start of North America’s
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In 1868, two pairs of swans were gifted to the city of Chicago by New York City’s Central Park, marking the start of North America’s
Opened in 1962, the Phoenix Zoo is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the U.S., spanning 125 acres in Papago Park. Founded by Robert
The Waugh Drive Bat Colony, nestled under Houston’s Waugh Drive Bridge since the 1990s, is home to 250,000 Mexican free-tailed bats, forming an essential part
Introduction to the Houston Zoo With a wildly rich history dating back to 1922, the Houston Zoo has grown into a must-visit attraction in the
The Downtown Aquarium in Houston is not just an aquatic exhibit but a multifaceted entertainment hub. This 500,000-gallon marvel, which opened in the historic Central
The Mayor of Denver was gifted a black bear cub in 1896, who passed it along to City Park, marking the start of the Denver
In 1992, an abandoned warehouse was gutted, reimagined, and transformed into the Dallas World Aquarium. Surrounding buildings followed upon the for-profit aquarium’s success, which continues
The oldest and largest zoo in Texas started with just 2 deer and 2 lions in 1888. Today, the Dallas Zoo provides sanctuary to over
The 183-acre animal attraction known as the “Cleveland Metroparks Zoo” is a must-visit destination when visiting the city. The zoo has come a long way
Consistently ranked among the top zoos in North America, the Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden is home to 500+ animals and 3,000+ plant species. It’s
SEA LIFE Aquarium at Concord Mills immerses visitors in a vibrant underwater world with thousands of marine creatures, from graceful stingrays and mesmerizing jellyfish to
More than 150 bird species, 3,500 plant varieties, and centuries of history make Wing Haven Gardens and Bird Sanctuary one of Charlotte’s most unique hidden
At Carolina Raptor Center, bald eagles, owls, falcons, and hawks aren’t just exhibits—they’re part of a cutting-edge rescue and rehabilitation effort that has treated over
A must-visit on Boston’s waterfront, the New England Aquarium is home to thousands of marine creatures, from playful sea lions and mesmerizing jellyfish to giant
Since 1905, Stone Zoo has been a wildlife haven in the Greater Boston area, spanning 26 acres and home to over 1,000 animals from around
Located within Boston’s largest green space, Franklin Park, this 72-acre zoo offers up-close encounters with 1,000+ creatures big and small, from majestic lions and towering
The Maryland Zoo was created in 1876, making it the 3rd oldest zoo in the country, behind only Philadelphia (1873) and Cincinatti (1874). Featuring more
It’s the most iconic shape of Baltimore’s skyline, the crown jewel of the Inner Harbor, and undoubtedly among the best aquariums in the United States.
From its whimsical beginnings as a traveling circus in 1889, Zoo Atlanta has blossomed into a cornerstone of wildlife conservation and education in the heart
Originally a goat ranch, Austin Zoo is not your typical zoo—it’s a rescue-focused sanctuary dedicated to helping animals in need. Set in the scenic Texas
The largest urban bat population in North America can be found in Austin, Texas, and nowhere is better to see them than at the Congress
Home to 100,000+ sea creatures living in 11+ million gallons of water, the Georgia Aquarium is the largest aquarium in the United States and one
The Santa Ana Zoo, founded in 1952 at Prentice Park, has been a wildlife sanctuary and a center of community engagement for over 70 years.
The Orange County Zoo, an eight-acre sanctuary within Irvine Regional Park, is surrounded by coastal live oak and giant sycamore trees. Established to showcase flora