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Louisville Zoo and its collection
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The Louisville Zoological Garden, often simply referred to as the Louisville Zoo, is a state zoo located in the city of Louisville, Kentucky. It was opened in 1969 and is operated as a non-profit organization. The zoo is dedicated to improving the bond between people and our planet, striving for a leadership role in nature conservation education.
Zoo Layout and Animal Exhibits
The layout of the Louisville Zoo is designed to showcase animals in groups and geographically appropriate species communities. The zoo is divided into sections that, for example, group together animals from Africa, Australia, coastal and arctic regions, and North, Central, and South America. Special facilities have been set up for primates and big cats. Botanical gardens are laid out along the connecting paths.
Animal Diversity at the Louisville Zoo
The Louisville Zoo houses approximately 1,100 animals on a total area of 53 hectares. The bird section houses the Bald Eagle, the national bird of the United States, among many other diverse bird species from various continents, some of which can be seen in large aviaries.
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