Philadelphia zoo

philadelphia zoo
	CONTACT : 3400 West Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104-1196, Phone: 215-243-1100, Fax: 215-243-5385.
About the zoo :    The Philadelphia Zoo’s 42-acre Victorian garden is home to nearly 1,300 animals and more than this, many of them are unusual and endangered. The Zoo, fulfilling its mission of conservation, science, education and recreation, supports and engages in conservation efforts to protect endangered species around the world. Cheetahs, hippos, giraffes and much more make the Zoo Philadelphia's important family attraction with over 1.2 million visitors last year. It is the first Zoo in America.The charter establishing the Zoological Society of Philadelphia was approved and signed on March 21, 1859. Due to the Civil War, however, it was another 15 years before America's first zoo was ready to open. The Zoo opened its gates on July 1, 1874. The Frank Furness Victorian gates and gatehouses, and the Zoo's location, are the same today as they were on the day it opened. One of its assets, then and now, is John Penn's home, The Solitude, which sat on the land chosen for the Zoo. John Penn was the grandson of William Penn, founder of Pennsylvania. The Solitude is considered to be Philadelphia's most precise and elegant expression of neoclassical style.
Open Hours : In-season Hours March 1 to October 31,2011 Daily.........9:30AM to 5.00PM.
Admission : Audubon Zoo General Admission     Adult - $18     Child (age 2-11) - $15     Child (under 2)  FREE     Members  FREE Channel 6 Zooballoon™     Adult and child (age 2-11) - $15 per person     Family 4-pack - $50     (Child under-2)  FREE Amazon Rainforest Carousel     All seated riders - $3 per person PZ Express Train     Adults and children - $3 per person Swan Boats (2 person minimum)     Adults and children - $6 per person Pony Ride (100 lb. weight limit)     Adults and children - $6 per person Draft Horse Ride     Adults and children - $6 per person Camel Ride     Adults and children - $6 per person Parking     Per vehicle** - $12
Events : African Lions in First Niagara Big Cat Falls  11:00 a.m. Vampire Bats in the Small Mammal House  11:30 a.m. Giant tortoises at Tortoise Trail   12:00 p.m. Penguins in Bird Valley   12:30 p.m. Treetop Trails on Impala Plaza   1:00 p.m. Giant river otters in Carnivore Kingdom  1:30 p.m. Giraffes at African Plains  2:00 p.m. Gorillas in PECO Primate Reserve  2:30 p.m. Cheetahs at the Cheetah Exhibit  3:00 p.m. Polar Bears at Bear Country   3:30 p.m.
Website : http://www.philadelphiazoo.org/

Audubon Nature Institute

Audubon Nature Institute - Zoo
	CONTACT : 6500 Magazine St. New Orleans, LA 70118 800-774-7394
About the zoo : Audubon Nature Institute consists of ten museums and parks devoted to nature. They serve it to their visitors, their community and world as an educational resource, an environmental protector, a leader in economic growth and a venue for family entertainment. Its facilities are the big strengths which lead to success of the Audubon family. Care and survival of wildlife through research and conservation are the goals of Audubon Nature. The full range of Audubon protection projects holds great assure for the wildlife of tomorrow. Every year brings new opportunities, new advances in technology, etc... That enable us to move from opportunity to reality as we work to ensure a future world as enriched by wildlife diversity as the one we enjoy today. Hope for the survival of a disappearance species rises with each birth of that animal in captivity. And hope heightens whenever the captive-born creature is released into the wild. Audubon Nature Institute celebrates success on both fronts.
Open Hours : Tuesday - Sunday(10am - 5pm) Special Monday Opening. Though usually closed Mondays, all Audubon attractions will observe a special opening Monday, April 25, 2011
Admission : Audubon Zoo General Admission     $14.95 Adult Admission     $9.95 Child (2 -12) Admission     $11.95 Senior (65+) Admission Zoo and Aquarium Combo     $31.00 Adult Admission     $19.00 Child (2 -12) Admission     $23.50 Senior (65+) Admission Group Tickets     Discounted admission for groups of 10 or more and group lunches for 20 or more. Exciting, educational and entertaining trips at economical rates are available at the Zoo, Aquarium, Insectarium and IMAX® Audubon Membership     Free admission to Audubon Zoo and Audubon Aquarium of the Americas! Plus, Audubon Members save with $5 admission tickets to Audubon Insectarium and Entergy IMAX® Theatre, while enjoying many other valuable perks around the year. We support you to do the math, and compare single ticket prices to Membership. Depending on how often you plan to visit, Audubon Membership is the best entertainment value in town!
Events : Create your own events.           Come to Zoo-To-Do for kids.           Party of the year at the zoo.           Audubon Event Calendar.
Website : http://www.auduboninstitute.org/

The Top 10 Zoos in USA.

Zoos in America.

United States people are very much interested to spend times in zoos and be with their favorite animals. This attraction has made zoological entertainment a huge business in USA. Now there are many zoos and zoological parks in and around USA. Here we have listed ten famous zoos in USA, which attracts people by its unique animal habits and some animals of their own kind.

NO	ZOO	CITY	STATE
10	Audubon Zoo	New Orleans	Louisiana
9	Philadelphia Zoo	Philadelphia	Pennsylvania
8	Disney’s zoo	Orlando	Florida
7	Cincinnati Zoo	Cincinnati	Ohio
6	Houston Zoo	Houston	Texas
5	Fort Worth Zoo	Fort Worth	Texas
4	Phoenix Zoo	Phoenix	Arizona
3	Lion Country Safari	W.P Beach	Florida
2	San Diego Zoo	San Diego	California
1	Columbus Zoo	Columbus	Ohio

The San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo is one of the world's most famous zoos. It covers over 107 acres, each one of which is called home by a number of animals totaling over 4,000 from over 800 species. These animals are not only for the visitor’s enjoyment, but also to increase the awareness on animal conservation. It is in fact a perfect place for animal lovers worldwide.

The animals, however, are just one big facet of the zoo's importance and value, even if it is indeed one big surface. In addition to having a lot of animals, San Diego Zoo has also led many new techniques when it comes to animal care and conservation. And these are followed by many other zoos, and have even set the standards of animal safekeeping all over. And the effects of these can already be seen, with the way the animals in their exhibits behave, their state of mind and body, and overall well-being.

In addition to the techniques and rules enforced by the zoo, the animals of San Diego Zoo thrive also because of the way their enclosures are built. These exhibits are built to specification, catering to the very specific needs of each animal. They are planned based on themes, from the African jungles and rainforests, to the snowy Arctic plains and tundras, and everything else in between. The reasons for this is to make sure that the animals stay as close to their natural habitats as possible, and therefore, act, live, and thrive the way they were supposed to in the wild.

Because of its size, and number of animals, it will be absolutely difficult to go around this zoo. However, this is not the case, as San Diego Zoo covers all the bases when it comes to transportation. A bus system allows passengers to be shuttled to over 75% of the zoo grounds, and the Skyfari, an overhead lift, provides visitors unobstructed bird's-eye views of the zoo proper.

And of course walking is an option, made easier by the numerous pathways that, with each turn, give good views of the numerous exhibits present in the zoo.

The San Diego Zoo is absolutely one of the most important and never missing wild spot. Just come here and experience it.

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
	CONTACT : Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo 1204 Gulf Shores Parkway Gulf Shores, AL 36542 (251) 968-5732
About the zoo : The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo - opened in June 1989 as Zooland Animal Park. The zoo was founded as a private enterprise by Joey Ward of Gulf Shores. In 1991, the Ward family created the Zoo Foundation, Inc., a non-profit corporation, and donated the 17 acres of prime real estate that makes up the zoo today. Three years later, the Ward family and the Erie Meyer Foundation graciously donated an additional 13 acres, which are still undeveloped. The zoo is tucked away just blocks from the beach and is home to more than 290 animals. Lions, tigers, bears, monkeys and macaws are just some of the creatures that inhabit this Gulf Coast oasis. There's also a petting zoo, reptile house, aviary and daily animal shows in the summer. The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo relies solely on admissions, memberships and contributions to remain in business. The local community and businesses have been generous in donating money, building supplies and services in years past. Substantial on-going funding through sponsorships, grants, and endowments from major corporations did not exist before 1998. These additional sources of revenue are now being actively pursued to ensure the zoo's longevity.
Open Hours : The Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo is open every day of the year, except Thanksgiving, New Year's Day and Christmas. Daily Hours : 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. We take our last guests at 11:00 am the day before Thanksgiving, Christmas & New Year's and close at 12:00 pm. We will resume our regular business hours the day after the holiday.
Admission : Adults (12-54) $10.00 (tax included) Seniors (55+) $8.00 (tax included) Children (3-12) $7.00 (tax included)
Events : Zoo Camp June 20-24, 2011 Zoo Camp is a callaborative effort between our zoo staff, local sponsors, and very talented licensed teachers and trained volunteers. Children will explore animal life at the Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo, meet our animal care-takers, and even greet some of our animal residents personally. They will also participate in age-specific games, arts and crafts projects and special zoo-related events. There will be plenty of hands-on educational and fun activities carried out in a safe and educational environment. Spring Break Zew Crew 2011 March 2011 Thanks to the student ministry from Good Hope Baptist Church in Eclectic, AL. They came to our zoo last summer and found it so rewarding that they came again for spring week just a few weeks ago. The "Zoo Crew" got down and dirty with some spring cleaning and exhibit upkeep. We cannot thank them enough for all of their hard work - we loved working with you and look forward to seeing you again next spring! Click here to see photos on our Facebook page from this very productive (and fun) day! Annual Low Country Boil February 25, 2011 What a FANTASTIC turn out we had for this annual Snowbird Event! Thanks to all who worked so hard to put it together and to all who came to spend a day with our zoo family! We so appreciate your loyalty and your donations! Annual Boo at the Zoo October, 2011 Boo at the Zoo is always a popular event for our local children and parents, who continue to support our operation during the shoulder season,” said Patti Hall, zoo director. “Parents particularly enjoy our carnival atmosphere because it is geared towards younger children and is a safe environment for everyone.”
Website : http://www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org/