Zoológico de Fauna Sudamericana, South American wildlife zoo in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia

Zoológico de Fauna Sudamericana is a zoo in Santa Cruz de la Sierra dedicated to South American animals, featuring separate areas such as an aquatic exhibits section, a monkey enclosure, and an aviary with many bird species. The organized layout helps visitors move through different zones to see the various animal groups.

The zoo was established in 1979 with the goal of displaying South American animals in specialized habitats. This founding created a space to preserve and present animals from different regions of the continent to visitors.

The zoo is named after the naturalist Noel Kempff Mercado, who founded it and also created the botanical garden on the Piraí river. At the entrance stands a statue of him holding several animals, made in tribute to his work for South American fauna and flora. The collection is 99.9% native species, as a 2004 assessment noted.

The zoo is divided into clear sections that make it easy to navigate between different animal areas. Plan to spend a full day to comfortably explore the various zones at your own pace.

The zoo's collection is 99.9% native species, a figure from a 2004 diagnostic evaluation by the Fundación Zoológica de Cali and ALPZA. By 2018 it held 232 species and 1,800 individuals, including 30 reptile species. The Acuario, opened in 2007, houses 60 mostly native fish species.