The North Carolina Zoo, formerly the North Carolina Zoological Park, is a zoo in Asheboro, North Carolina, housing 1,700 animals of more than 250 species, primarily representing Africa and North America. It is one of two state-supported zoos in the United States, with the other being the Minnesota Zoo. With 500 acres developed, it is the world's largest na…
The North Carolina Zoo, formerly the North Carolina Zoological Park, is a zoo in Asheboro, North Carolina, housing 1,700 animals of more than 250 species, primarily representing Africa and North America. It is one of two state-supported zoos in the United States, with the other being the Minnesota Zoo. With 500 acres developed, it is the world's largest natural habitat zoo. The North Carolina Zoo is a part of the North Carolina Department of Natural and Cultural Resources.
Location: Asheboro, North Carolina, United States
Date opened: August 13, 1974
Land area: 2,600 acres (1,100 ha) total · 500 acres (200 ha) developed
No. of animals: 1,800+
No. of species: 250
Annual visitors: 1+ million
Memberships: Association of Zoos and Aquariums, NC Zoo Society
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