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Racine 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 Racine, Wisconsin, United States
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Racine Zoo
Racine Zoo in Racine, Wisconsin currently cares for approximately 100 different species of animals and is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, maintaining a staff of 25 employees which include animal care specialists, administration, and facility managers. The zoo is an ideal location for events including reunions, birthday parties and even weddings, and for smaller groups is perfect for picnic parties. Activities here include a life animal program in the Helen Ireland Wildlife Theater, and at the Benstead Discovery Center you can learn about reptiles and amphibians, come face to face with the world's tallest animals at the North Shore Bank Giraffe encounters. There are camel encounters, a Barnyard safari, Norco Aviary, Playzoo Playground, the Robinson Crusoe Adventureland Playground and a Zoo Choo express, it's all here for good times and learning. Racine Zoo also hosts the Animal Crackers concert series, offers field trips and much more, come for a magical day out.
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