Zoológico de Montevideo, Municipal zoo in Villa Dolores, Uruguay.
The Montevideo Zoo extends across multiple sections within Villa Dolores park, featuring numerous animal enclosures and walking paths for visitors.
The municipal government received the land in 1919, strengthening the foundation established by Dolores Pereira and Alejo Rossell Rius in 1912.
Educational programs at the zoo introduce students to wildlife conservation through interactive sessions and specialized curriculum throughout the academic year.
Visitors access detailed information about exhibitions, animal species, and special events through the zoo's official website and onsite information center.
The zoo operates in conjunction with Parque Lecocq and Museo Dámaso Antonio Larrañaga under a unified management structure since January 2013.
Location: Montevideo
Inception: October 28, 1912
Founders: Dolores Pereira, Alejo Rossell Rius
GPS coordinates: -34.90089,-56.14526
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
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