Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park
Overview
Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is among the top 10 percent of zoos in North America awarded accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums. The zoo is dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging guest experiences, exceptional animal care and unparalleled conservation education. The zoo is home to more than 700 animals representing 216 different species -- from tiny poison dart frogs to 8,000-pound Asian elephants -- many of them threatened or endangered. The zoo actively collaborates with its non-profit partner, Friends of the Zoo, to provide visitors with experiences that excite, memories that endure and knowledge that inspires global wildlife conservation.
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