Rio de Janeiro Zoological Garden, Zoo in São Cristóvão district, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
The Rio de Janeiro Zoological Garden encompasses a collection of mammals, birds, reptiles, and amphibians within naturalistic exhibits across landscaped grounds.
The institution opened its doors on March 18, 1940, marking the start of its role as a public educational and recreational facility in Rio de Janeiro.
The zoo functions as a center for environmental education, teaching Brazilian children about native species and global wildlife conservation through guided experiences.
Located at Parque da Quinta da Boa Vista, the zoo opens daily from 9 AM to 5 PM with multiple food outlets and rest areas throughout the grounds.
The facility participates in international breeding programs for endangered Brazilian species, maintaining genetic databases and exchanging animals with other institutions.
Location: Rio de Janeiro
Inception: March 18, 1940
Website: https://bioparquedorio.com.br
GPS coordinates: -22.90444,-43.22944
Latest update: May 15, 2025 19:18
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Macaco Tião
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Gruta da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Túnel na Quinta da Boa Vista
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Cascata da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Nilo Peçanha II
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Pedro II
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José Bonifácio da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Nilo Peçanha
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Amurada da Encosta do Terraço da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Amurada do Terraço da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Imperatriz Leopoldina
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Portão do Largo da Cancela
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Lampadário do Terraço da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Guarda-corpo V da Ponte da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Nincho da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Vaso I do Terraço da Quinta
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Vaso Monumental do Terraço da Quinta
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Guarda-corpo VI da Ponte da Quinta da Boa Vista
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Vaso II do Terraço da Quinta
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Pedro I do Largo da Cancela
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