Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium, Zoo and aquarium in Tacoma, United States.
Located on 29 acres within Point Defiance Park, this facility houses over 9,000 specimens representing 367 animal species across various ecosystems.
The zoo opened its doors in 1905, while the aquarium began operations in 1935 near Commencement Bay before relocating to the zoo grounds in 1963.
The Pacific Seas Aquarium showcases marine life from different regions, including scalloped hammerheads, spotted eagle rays, and green sea turtles.
The facility operates daily from 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with accessible pathways and facilities designed to accommodate visitors of all mobility levels.
The zoo maintains a significant red wolf breeding program since 1977, contributing to the species' conservation and release into natural habitats.
Location: Tacoma
Address: 5400 N Pearl St, Tacoma, WA 98407, USA
Opening Hours: 09:30-17:00
Phone: +12535915337
Website: https://pdza.org
GPS coordinates: 47.30510,-122.52096
Latest update: March 12, 2025 20:38
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