Tulsa Zoo, Wildlife center in Tulsa, United States
Tulsa Zoo is a wildlife park spanning 84 acres with tigers, rhinoceroses, grizzly bears, and many other species in habitats designed to resemble their natural homes. The grounds are divided into themed sections that show visitors how different animals live in their native environments.
The zoo began in 1927 as a small local facility and grew into a major conservation organization in Oklahoma. Over the decades, it expanded and updated its facilities to provide better care for animals.
The zoo runs educational programs that help visitors of all ages connect with animals and understand conservation. These activities show how people can help protect wildlife in their own communities.
The zoo is open daily from 9 AM to 5 PM, with final admission at 4 PM. It is best to wear comfortable shoes and bring water, as the grounds are large and require significant walking to explore.
The zoo's African black-footed penguin exhibit was funded by a citywide art campaign: 6-foot penguin sculptures, each decorated for its location or owner, were given to donors. Originally 29 stood around Tulsa; one was destroyed in 2021.
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