Ähtäri Zoo, Nordic wildlife zoo in Ähtäri, Finland
The 50-species zoological park extends across natural forest terrain, featuring enclosures that replicate the native habitats of Scandinavian and Asian animals.
The establishment of Ähtäri Zoo in June 1973 marked Finland's first natural environment zoo, setting standards for wildlife preservation in Nordic countries.
The zoo maintains educational programs focused on Finnish wildlife conservation, teaching visitors about local species and their roles in Nordic ecosystems.
Visitors can purchase tickets valid for multiple same-day entries to both the zoo and farm areas, with prices ranging from 11 euros for children to 21 euros for adults.
The facility houses the northernmost giant pandas in Europe, maintaining specialized habitats and nutrition programs for these rare animals.
Location: Ähtäri
Inception: June 17, 1973
Official opening: June 17, 1973
Address: Karhunkierros 150 63700 63700
Website: https://ahtarizoo.fi
GPS coordinates: 62.53889,24.17611
Latest update: May 10, 2025 20:26
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