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Inspiring passion for Nature and Conserving Wildlife
- General Info
- Founded in 1888, the Dallas Zoo was the first Zoo in the southwest. The Zoo's Giants of the Savanna Exhibit is the only multi-species zoo exhibit in the United States to mix elephants and other species in the same habitat. The zoos also has an exhibit with three different species of flamingos Caribbean, Chilean, and lesser flamingos. In addition, the Zoo had three successful hatchings of flamingo chicks in one year.Twenty percent of the okapi in the United States and Japan were born or bred at the Dallas Zoo. Zoo Membership packages are available.
- Extra Phones
Education Programs: (469) 554-7300
Membership: (469) 554-7400
- Services/Products
- Exhibits: Giants of the Jurassic, Giants of the Savanna, Wild of Africa, Children's Zoo, Backstage Safari Guided Tour, Educational, Volunteer and Conservation Programs
- Payment method
- all major credit cards, debit
- Location
- The Zoo is located three miles south of downtown Dallas, on I-35E at the Marsalis exit.
- Neighborhoods
- Botello, Southwest Dallas
- Amenities
- Zoofari Market Gift Shop, Zoofari Food Court, Carousel, Picnic Area, Stroller and Wheelchair Rentals, Facilities Rental for Special Events
- AKA
Zoo City of Dallas
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Reviews
09/12/2008
Provided by SuperpagesWhat a beautiful zoo. It is huge (95 acres) and very shaded which is a plus in this Texas heat. It is a wonderful place to go for young and old. The staff are wonderful and help you any way they can. Don't miss it if you're in town.
Details
Phone: (469) 554-7500
Address: 650 S R L Thornton Fwy, Dallas, TX 75203
Website: http://www.dallaszoo.com
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