Top 7 Biggest Zoos In The World

The concept of a zoo has become a sanctuary for various endangered animals and a hotspot for tourists to witness animals in front of their eyes. In fact, archaeologists have found several proofs of zoos' existence thousands of years ago during Egyptian and Chinese civilizations.

As humanity advances even further, society started to conserve these animals for educational purposes. However, in the early stage, zoos were only owned by the rich and were not open to the public.

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The British government in the 16th century was believed to be the earliest to open conservation centers for animals to the public and charged entrance fees for such purposes. Today, zoos have been established for numerous reasons and here we would like to share with you the top 7 biggest zoos in the world that you can visit.

7. Nandankanan Zoological (4.37 Sqkm)

At the bottom of our list will be the Nandankanan Zoological which features rare flora and fauna from all over the world. The zoo made its first opening in December 1960 and it is located close to India's northeast coast.

The huge size of 4.37 sqkm allows it to host 157 different species of animals. There are many unique mammals and reptiles that can be found in the Nandankanan Zoo as it is vital to protect these endangered species from extinction.

The zoo is overwhelmingly popular as it received around more than 2 million visitors each year.

6. The Living Desert Zoo (4.86 Sqkm)

The Living Desert Zoo is one of the biggest zoos in the US with a total area of over 4.86 sqkm. The zoo can be found near Palm Desert, California and it is home to roughly 450 animals.

There are various creatures that can be found in the zoo from mountain lions, black rhinos, pythons, and African wild dogs. Visitors can purchase tickets and memberships to show their support for these lovely animals.

The zoo was first launched in 1970 as it introduced different exotic species to approximately 500,000 of its annual visitors.

5. Arignar Anna Zoological Park (6.03 Sqkm)

The second biggest zoo in India will be the Arignar Anna Zoological Park with a mass area of 6.03 sqkm. The zoo is home to approximately 2,000 animals with over 171 distinct species.

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The main objective of this zoo is to protect the globally threatened species as well as educate the public on the importance of these creatures. It was on 24 July 1985 that this zoo welcome its first visitors and it is located in Tamil Nadu, India.

With roughly 2 million visitors each year, the zoo gets all the support it can get to keep the place going.

4. San Diego Zoo Safari (7.28 Sqkm)

With an area of 7.28 sqkm, the San Diego Zoo Safari is California's largest animal park and one of the biggest zoos in the world. There are various species of animals that can be found on this zoo on top of them being studied for research purposes.

If you wish to see something unique and exotic, paying a visit to this zoo is a must as you get to have a close-up view of animals that are rarely found in the wild.

3. North Carolina Zoo (10.52 Sqkm)

The North Carolina Zoo is the second biggest zoo in the US which is situated in Asheboro, North Carolina. this 10.52 sqkm zoo made its first opening on 13 August 1976 and as of right now, there are about 1,800 creatures living happily inside.

Unlike other typical zoos, the North Carolina Zoo offers its inhabitants their natural environment home to make them more comfortable with the surrounding. You can walk for hours inside the park while watching the animals do their thing.

2. Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park (22.39 Sqkm)

The Sri Venkateswara Zoological Park is the second-biggest zoo in the world and the biggest one in India. It spans 22.39 sqkm of land and has been operational since 1987. There are many species of birds that can be found in this zoo and not only are they big but with so much variety.

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This zoo plays a crucial role in the preservation and conservation of numerous wild species that are currently endangered. The whole zoo also features a unique Hindu-based theme as it provides detail of every living creature inside.

1. The Wilds Safari Park (40.47 Sqkm)

The Wilds Safari Park was built as a non-profit organization that sits across 40.47 sqkm of land in Cumberland, Ohio. It is the biggest zoo in the world based on its size as it is home to various rare species and endangered wildlife.

The safari park is heavily working on ways to multiply the overwhelmingly low number of these endangered species as well as carrying out other conservation initiatives. There are also other activities to try for visitors such as fishing, horse riding, zip lining, and hiking while being grateful for what mother nature has to offer.

Source:

• Sindo News

• Traveloka

• The Wilds

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