ABQ BioPark Zoo
ABQ BioPark Zoo, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is a facility of the Albuquerque Biological Park. Founded in 1927, the 64-acre (26 ha) zoo was originally known as the Rio Grande Zoo. Sections of the zoo include an Africa exhibit area, an Australia exhibit area, the "Cat Walk" and a herpetology area. An endangered species carousel was added in 2016. A narrow-gauge railroad connects the zoo to the other facilities of the Albuquerque Biological Park. Walking distance through the zoo is 2.27 miles (3.65 km).
| ABQ BioPark Zoo | |
|---|---|
Main entrance | |
| 35.0776°N 106.6627°W | |
| Date opened | 1927 |
| Location | Albuquerque Biological Park, Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States |
| Land area | 64 acres (26 ha) |
| No. of species | 200+ |
| Memberships | AZA |
| Website | www |
The Albuquerque Biological Park is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
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