High Park Zoo, Free zoo in High Park, Toronto, Canada.
High Park Zoo is a small facility with several animal enclosures along Deer Pen Road where visitors can see about a dozen different species. The grounds include bison, llamas, peacocks, Highland cattle, and other animals in separate areas for easy viewing.
The facility began in the late 1800s when Toronto received land as a gift and initially housed deer in enclosures. Later, the animals kept there were expanded and more species were added to grow the collection.
The zoo functions as a place where visitors watch animals in open settings and families spend time together observing them. The enclosures allow direct observation of herds and bird groups, making visits a regular activity for people living nearby.
The place opens daily with different hours depending on the season, so visitors should check current times before coming. The grounds are easy to access and sit next to a well-known park route for walking.
The zoo keeps several large rodents, including one species that ranks among the largest of its kind and requires access to water areas. These animals often surprise visitors since they are not the types usually expected in such a place.
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