Rostov Zoo, Zoo in Rostov-on-Don, Russia.

Rostov Zoo covers almost 57 hectares in Rostov-on-Don and holds about 5,000 animals of 400 species, including 105 listed by the IUCN. Its extensive parkland is a protected natural monument, and it has an aquarium section with fish of the Don region and South American freshwater rays and crabs, plus a terrarium with Southeast Asian crocodiles and snakes from Central Asia, Africa and America.

Rostov Zoo grew out of a live corner at the school named after Marshal S. M. Budyonny, now School No. 43 on Budennovsky Street, 64. Students and a teacher opened the Zoological Garden to the public on 26 June 1927. In autumn 1929 the collection moved to five city dachas on the outskirts, with teacher Vladimir Kegel as first director.

The zoo maintains strong connections with local schools through regular educational programs that focus on wildlife conservation and environmental protection. These programs help visitors understand the importance of protecting animals and their habitats.

The zoo covers almost 57 hectares, so plan your route before setting off. The parkland is a protected natural monument, with lawns and benches along the paths. The grounds are open all year round.

The zoo holds daily feeding demonstrations where visitors can watch animals eat. These sessions offer a closer look at the behavior and eating habits of different species.