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Norfolk Zoo
Zoos, or zoological gardens, exist in many forms all over the world. The first zoo showing wild animals from exotic locations to the public was opened in London Zoo, in 1828.
Zoo now often incorporate landscape immersion, where the animals' natural environment is recreated in their enclosures.
Modern zoos range from safari parks, where visitors drive through vast areas, seeing animals in the open range, to petting or childrens' zoos, where children can hold or stroke domestic and farm animals. Zoos also include aquariums, animal sanctuaries, animal theme parks, bird parks and reptile parks, and there are even butterfly zoos.
Zoo visits are fun, entertaining and educational, so wherever you are, visit your local zoo.
Zoo in Norfolk, Virginia, United States
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Virginia Zoo
Virginia Zoo in Norfolk, Virginia offers a fascinating display of animals in their natural habitats, and wildlife from every corner of the globe is found here. The Virginia Zoo offers activities for kids, school programs and even a zoo camp, and it's the perfect venue for birthday parties and private events. Take a ride on the zoo train, a replica Huntington steam engine, come enjoy the horticulture in the zoo gardens, a snack at the Beastro snack bar, get some gifts in the gift shop, hire a wheel chair or stroller, it's all here. Virginia Zoo promises a wonderful time out interacting with the animals and learning.
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