

The list of great zoos of the world includes names like the Singapore Zoo, San Diego Zoo, Schönbrunn Zoo and the Berlin Zoo and maybe another twenty world wide. The best zoos are diverse and offer immersive experiences. Many of these zoos are highly regarded for their conservation efforts, research, and carefully designed exhibits as well as breeding and animal rescue programs.

While the Taronga Zoo is beautifully laid out with engaging architecture, and has a reputation for its research and conservation programs, it falls unfortunately short in its live animal collection. Considering its admission charges and its small live animal collection it’s hard to justify its placement on a list of the worlds major zoos. At its entrance is a sign boasting that they have released over 50,000 animals back into the wild; perhaps they should have retained a few more…



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