Addis Ababa Zoo, Public zoo in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The Addis Ababa Zoo hosts numerous animal species including apes, lesser kudus, ducks, eagles, and tortoises across its outdoor enclosures and exhibits.
Emperor Haile Selassie I established the Addis Ababa Zoo in 1948 to house his collection of pet lions, creating Ethiopia's first public wildlife institution.
The zoo maintains a population of Ethiopian lions with distinct dark manes, contributing to research about African lion genetics and conservation.
The facility welcomes approximately 2,000 daily visitors and provides educational programs focusing on Ethiopian wildlife and environmental conservation efforts.
Genetic studies reveal that lions at Addis Ababa Zoo share DNA characteristics with Central African lions from Cameroon and Chad regions.
Location: Addis Ababa
GPS coordinates: 9.04278,38.76194
Latest update: June 17, 2025 18:49
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