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San Diego Zoo

San Diego Zoo is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in San Diego, California. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is San Diego Zoo?

The San Diego Zoo is a zoo in San Diego, California, United States, located in Balboa Park. It began with a collection of animals left over from the 1915 Panama–California Exposition that were brought together by its founder, Dr. Harry M. Wegeforth. The zoo was a pioneer in the concept of open-air, cage-less exhibits that recreate natural animal habitats.

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The record

Museum details

Name
San Diego Zoo
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
San Diego
State
California
Website
http://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8409500171
Coordinates
32.73784, -117.14883
What kind of museum is San Diego Zoo?

San Diego Zoo is classified as a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservations →

Where is San Diego Zoo located?

San Diego Zoo is located in San Diego, California at approximately 32.73784, -117.14883. See the map above.

Does San Diego Zoo have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://zoo.sandiegozoo.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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