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Memphis Zoo

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The entrance to the Memphis Zoo, featuring an Egyptian-themed design called the Avenue of the Animals.

The Memphis Zoo is a fun place to visit in Midtown, Memphis, Tennessee. It is a big zoo with more than 3,500 animals from over 500 different species. People love to go there to see animals from all around the world.

The zoo started in April 1906 and has been in Overton Park for more than 100 years. The land for the zoo was set aside in 1888 and is owned by the City of Memphis. It covers 76 acres, and about 55 acres are used for its exhibits.

The Memphis Zoo is very special because it was named the "#1 Zoo in the U.S." by TripAdvisor in 2008. It has three main zones with 19 different exhibits. Some fun places to see are Teton Trek, Northwest Passage, and China. You can see animals like elephants, giraffes, polar bears, and even pandas (though not right now).

The zoo is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, which means it works hard to take care of animals and teach people about them. There are also fun things to do like rides, a miniature train, gift shops, and places to eat. In the winter, you can even go ice-skating!

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Young grizzly bears in the Teton Trek exhibit at Memphis Zoo, with the Great Lodge in the background.
A cat at the Memphis Zoo exploring its habitat.
Entrance to the Northwest Passage exhibit at the Memphis Zoo.
Map of the Memphis Zoo showing different animal exhibits and facilities.
A polar bear enjoying a swim at the Memphis Zoo.
A tall giraffe standing gracefully at the Memphis Zoo.
A panda resting at the Memphis Zoo.
A lion named Fred resting calmly at the Memphis Zoo.
A cute baby bonobo at the Memphis Zoo, showing its playful and curious nature.
A Komodo dragon on display at the Memphis Zoo, showcasing this impressive reptile in its habitat.
An African penguin standing at the Memphis Zoo.

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