The Buffalo Zoo
The Buffalo ZooBy: Wayne Woodburn
The Buffalo ZooThe Zoo is located at 300 Parkside Avenue in Delaware Park.
The Zoo was founded in 1875
It consists of 23.5 acres
More About the ZooEach year 400,000 visit the Zoo
It is the third oldest Zoo in the country
It is the second largest attraction in Western New York
Whats There?The Zoo has over 300 different plant species.
It also has hundreds of different animals.
Whats NewA new polar bear exhibit is being constructed.
The new exhibit will be 1.5 acres in size.
The old exhibit will be a picnic area.
Conservation EffortsThey participate in international programs for endangered species
You can also adopt an animal on the website
They also have a horticultural conservation campaign
EventsThere are several events year round
There are events for both children and adults
Rent the ZooYou may reserve seating for parties and things of the like
Both indoor and outdoor rental sites
ProgramsThe Zoo offers an extensive list of programs for all types of people
They also offer workshops and scholarships
WebsiteThe Zoos website has all of the things listed on it
It also offers volunteer and employment oppurtunities
http://www.buffalozoo.org/index.html
Any Questions?