Fort Worth Zoo, Wildlife conservation center in Fort Worth, United States.
The Fort Worth Zoo spans 64 acres and houses more than 7,000 animals representing over 500 species from around the world.
Founded in 1909 with one lion, two bear cubs and three alligators, the Fort Worth Zoo expanded into Texas's largest zoological collection through systematic acquisitions.
The Fort Worth Zoo conducts educational programs through Zoo School, summer camps, and field trips to connect children with environmental conservation principles.
The zoo maintains multiple dining facilities, rental strollers, a miniature train, and designated rest areas throughout the premises for visitor convenience.
The facility developed specialized protocols for breeding Texas horned frogs, successfully hatching 1,000 specimens and establishing methods now used across Texas zoos.
Location: Fort Worth
Inception: 1909
Website: http://www.fortworthzoo.com
Address: 1989 1989 Colonial Parkway Fort Worth Fort Worth
Phone: +1(817)7597555
Email: info@fortworthzoo.org
Website: http://fortworthzoo.com
GPS coordinates: 32.72373,-97.35594
Latest update: November 1, 2025 11:21
Fort Worth combines Western heritage with cultural institutions. The Stockyards district presents daily cattle drives and rodeos. Three major art museums display international collections and American art. The city features a zoo with extensive wildlife exhibits, the 1800s architecture of Sundance Square, and botanical gardens. Local history comes alive in museums dedicated to cowboys, science, and the Civil War. The Trinity River area includes urban parks and water gardens.
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Lupton Stadium
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Fort Worth Japanese Garden
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Wharton-Scott House
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Botanical Research Institute of Texas
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M. A. Benton House
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Roy A. and Gladys Westbrook House
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South Side Masonic Lodge No. 1114
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Log Cabin Village
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Trinity Park
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Safari Splash
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Thistle Hill - Texas State Historical Marker
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Rogers-O'Daniel House
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Charlie & Kit Moncrief Building
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Livestock Barns
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World of Primates
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Work of art, sculpture
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Sculpture, Work of art
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Statue, Work of art
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