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The Kansas City Zoo Aquarium, founded in 1909, is a sprawling 202-acre zoo located in Swope Park at 6800 Zoo Drive, Kansas City, Missouri. It is home to nearly 10,000 animals and is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). The zoo has grown significantly over the years, from a small building and 60 acres to its current size, with over 1,300 animals.
Themed Areas of the Zoo
The Kansas City Zoo Aquarium is divided into five themed areas: Africa, Australia, Tiger Trail, KidZone, and The Valley. Each area offers a unique experience and a chance to see a variety of animals. The Africa section, for example, is broken up into five subsections: Botswana, Kenya, Tanzania, the Congolese Rainforest, and Uganda. The Australia section is home to free-roaming red kangaroos.
Friends of the Zoo Program and AZA Accreditation
The Kansas City Zoo Aquarium is not just a place to see animals; it also offers a Friends of the Zoo program. This program allows individuals to support the zoo's mission of conservation and education. Additionally, the zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), a distinction that signifies its commitment to the highest standards of animal care and welfare.
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