Temaikén, Conservation zoo in Belén de Escobar, Argentina.
Temaikén is a conservation zoo in Escobar Partido, Argentina, dedicated to protecting animal species and showcasing different continents and habitats. The facility divides into themed zones for Africa, Asia, and native wildlife, along with a large aquarium that recreates marine environments.
The Temaikén Foundation opened this center roughly 50 kilometers from Buenos Aires to protect endangered species and support research. Since its opening, the site has worked with international programs to breed animals and reintroduce them into the wild.
The name comes from the Tehuelche language, joining words for earth and life into an expression that connects visitors to nature. You notice this connection in the enclosures, which recreate natural habitats and show how local ecosystems work.
The park opens from Tuesday through Sunday and receives many visitors, especially on weekends and during school holidays. Booking online in advance and arriving early in the day helps you see the enclosures without crowds.
The aquarium holds more than one million liters of seawater across several tanks, including tide pools and freshwater sections. This variety allows marine and river animals to live side by side, showing their different habitats in direct comparison.
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