Last Updated on January 7, 2021
Also known as the Pretoria Zoo, the zoological garden is 200-acre large with an expansive collection of animals numbered 9,000 of 705 species.
Established in 1899, Pretoria zoo is one of the most highly-rated zoos in the world, to which 600,000 visitors flock each year.
Once you set foot at the zoo you will be overwhelmed by the wide variety of birds and chimpanzees moving in very large cages, in addition to South African cheetahs, king cheetahs, Przewalski’s horses, red pandas, kangaroos, owl aviaries, and emus.
Spending one day there might not even be enough to experience everything!
The Pretoria Zoo is rated “very good” on TripAdvisor with 4 stars and very positive reviews that encourage visiting it with kids.
#3 – The Bronx Zoo
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The Bronx Zoo, located in Brox Park, New York, is 265 acres in size. Considered the biggest urban zoo in the United States, the Bronx Zoo is home to 4,000 animals representing 650 species.
Many of the Bronx Zoo’s animals are endangered and the zoo is making efforts to protect these animal species in the wild. The Bronx zoo also holds educational programs on wildlife in addition to a variety of interesting exhibits of mixed animal species.
The zoo was awarded the certificate of excellence by TripAdvisor with 4.5 stars and is widely hyped by reviewers around the world, many of whom were introduced to the zoo through several TV programs about it.
The Bronx zoo is a fantastic haven for people who want to see a large collection of animal species while also enjoying a calm atmosphere, surrounded by woods, streams, and parks.
#2 – The Toronto Zoo
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Named after its location, the Toronto Zoo is encompassing an area of 710 acres, making it the largest zoo in Canada. Over 16,000 animals of 491 species live in this zoo which attracts 1.30 million visitors annually.
The Toronto Zoo is set on providing the best guest experience and promoting the passion for preserving wildlife.
The zoo animals are thoroughly cared for and are divided into seven geographic regions: Africa, Eurasia, Indo-Malaya, Tundra Trek, Australasia, Indo-Malaya, the Canadian Doman, and the Americas.
