Scovill Zoo

The fifteen-acre facility houses 400 animals from 96 species across six continents, including cheetahs, gray wolves, zebras, and native North American wildlife.

The Kiwanis Club provided initial funding of 14,000 dollars in 1967 to establish the zoo, following the donation of land by Guy Norman and Rose Scovill.

The Environmental Education Center features a gallery of photographs from North America, South America, Asia, and Africa, documenting wildlife in natural habitats.

Visitors can explore the grounds via the Z.O. & O. Express Train, which passes over a 30-foot bridge offering views of Lake Decatur and animal exhibits.

The facility contributes to wildlife preservation by directing five cents from each admission ticket to the De Wildt Cheetah Conservation Centre in South Africa.

Location: Illinois

Inception: 1967

Address: 71 S Country Club Rd, Decatur, IL 62521, USA 62521 Decatur

Phone: +12174217435

Website: http://decatur-parks.org/zoo

GPS coordinates: 39.82890,-88.90670

Latest update: March 15, 2025 21:23