Qalqilya Zoo, Zoo and park in Qalqilya, Palestine
Qalqilya Zoo sprawls across a large area and houses lions, brown bears, crocodiles, ostriches, camels, deer, gazelles, zebras, and monkeys in naturalistic settings. The grounds also feature restaurants, picnic areas, and a children's entertainment park.
The zoo was established in 1986 through cooperation between Qalqilya's mayor and Israeli zoos that provided support in building the animal collection. This partnership was central to the facility's founding.
The Natural History Museum displays preserved animal specimens and serves as a learning space for Palestinian school groups. Visitors gain insights into local wildlife through the educational collection.
Visitors can reach the zoo via shared taxis from central Qalqilya. Arriving in the morning is advisable, as animals are more active and the grounds are less crowded.
Some animals perished during armed conflict, and their remains were preserved to become part of the museum exhibition. These specimens tell a quiet story about difficult periods.
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