Toronto Zoo, Zoo in Scarborough, Toronto, Canada.
The Toronto Zoo extends across 287 hectares, divided into seven geographic regions representing different continental wildlife habitats and ecosystems.
The facility opened in 1974 as Metropolitan Toronto Zoo, replacing the former Riverdale Zoo which had served the city since 1888.
The zoo maintains educational programs about wildlife conservation through exhibits representing animals from Africa, Americas, Asia, Australia, and Canadian regions.
Visitors can access the zoo daily from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, with the last entry at 3:30 PM, and use the Toronto Zoo Experience App.
The zoo participates in breeding programs for endangered species, including successful initiatives for black-footed ferrets and Sumatran orangutans.
Location: Ontario
Inception: August 15, 1974
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Phone: +14163925929
Website: https://torontozoo.com
GPS coordinates: 43.82028,-79.18222
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:02
Toronto provides education and recreation for children. A zoo with 5000 animals, science museums and amusement parks are main attractions. Fort York presents military history, botanical gardens and parks display regional nature. The Royal Ontario Museum exhibits cultural and natural history.
This collection brings together major zoological gardens and aquariums from around the world. These institutions house extensive animal collections and participate actively in conservation programs for threatened species. They operate modern facilities dedicated to education and scientific research. From North America to Europe, Asia, and Oceania, these establishments allow visitors to observe global wildlife in appropriate habitats. The zoos and aquariums combine recreation with education about ecosystems, animal behavior, and conservation needs. Many facilities collaborate internationally to support the preservation of endangered populations.
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