Sedgwick County Zoo, Zoo in Wichita, US
The Sedgwick County Zoo spans 247 acres and houses more than 3,000 animals representing nearly 400 different species from various continents.
The Sedgwick County Zoo opened its doors in 1971 and received accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums for maintaining high standards of animal care.
The Downing Gorilla Forest section features a recreation of a Congo village, connecting visitors with African wildlife and traditional architecture.
The zoo operates daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, offering scheduled animal feedings, including giraffe encounters from 12:30 PM to 3 PM.
In 2005, a flamingo escaped during a storm and continues to be spotted across different states, identified by its tracking number 492.
Location: Wichita
Inception: 1971
Phone: +13166609453
Email: ask@scz.org
Website: http://scz.org
GPS coordinates: 37.71580,-97.41040
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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