Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, Biblical zoo in Jerusalem, Israel
The Jerusalem Biblical Zoo sits in the Malha neighborhood and houses hundreds of animal species in spacious enclosures with lakes and planted areas. Pathways connect different habitats so visitors can walk through various continents and climate zones on a single route.
The zoo opened in 1940 in central Jerusalem with a small animal collection and moved to its current site in 1993. The new facility offered more room for naturalistic enclosures and the growing number of residents.
The name refers to animals mentioned in religious texts of the region and features species that once lived in the area. Visitors today see enclosures where modern descendants of these historical animals share space with other international species.
Visitors should buy entry tickets in advance through the website to avoid waiting on busy days. Opening hours vary by season, so checking the current schedule before traveling is helpful.
The park takes part in global breeding programs for threatened species and runs a research center for native wildlife. These projects connect on-site work with international efforts for species protection and bring scientific findings directly into the region.
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