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Bronx Zoo: New York Zoos, Wildlife Conservation, Sea Lions And Zoo Animals
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Published: August 27, 2007
Ever since its grand opening over 100 years ago, the Bronx Zoo has been one of the most popular and successful animal conservatories in the United States. In 1895, before the zoo had even been constructed, the land was purchased for a single dollar in order to place an animal conservation center between Fordham University and the quickly expanding Bronx.
Of course the Bronx Zoo flourished in the bustling city, featuring over 800 zoo animals and 22 exhibits. Though the zoo has grown in size to roughly 265 acres and is currently home to over 4,000 animals, its founding principles of wildlife preservation remain unchanged.
The zoo has a history of progressive movements in the conservation of animal life, many of which were spurred on by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Aside from establishing the Bronx Zoo itself, the society also established a groundbreaking veterinary department as part of the zoo in 1901. The branch allowed new developments and techniques in the field of animal medicine which the Bronx Zoo continues to work on today; even lending aid to other New York zoos and Wildlife Conservation Society facilities.
The veterinary department is not the only example of the Bronx Zoo establishing programs to better preserve and advance wildlife and zoo animals. Recently, the Bronx Zoo took on a very rare snow leopard cub found in Pakistan and began integrating the leopard into the zoo's breeding program until a new facility can be built in the cub's homeland. The zoo is also taking giant leaps forward in terms of eco-friendly facilities, including new toilets that will conserve an estimated one million gallons of water each year.
Though the Bronx Zoo is always trying to upgrade its general facilities, it is the zoo animals and their exhibits that make the zoo a New York must-see. One of the major features of the zoo is a large circular pool which houses the sea lions. The pool for the sea lions is flanked by the original Beaux-Arts inspired buildings, that make for a stunningly extravagant visual, and of course makes the sea lions a very popular exhibit. Another popular exhibit, especially for children, is the butterfly garden. Located within a beautifully vibrant greenhouse complete with plenty of native New York foliage, the garden also offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn about butterflies and insects. While other New York zoos may offer a garden full of butterflies, the Bronx Zoo is guaranteed to be the only one with an insect carousel!
While all New York zoos have the charm, by far the most impressive is the Bronx Zoo. Home to some of the most impressive exhibits, such as the Himalayan Highland Habitat and the Congo Gorilla Forest, this zoo simply has more to offer than many others of its kind. Noted for its particular interest in animal welfare and conservation, the zoo is a true gem among New York landmarks. A great place for both adults and children, everyone can enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife found within the Bronx Zoo.
Sources:
"Bronx Zoo." Wikipedia. 19 Aug. 2007. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.. 20 Aug. 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bronx_Zoo.
"Brief History of the Bronx Zoo." The Bronx Zoo. 2006. Wildlife Conservation Society. 20 Aug. 2007. http://bronxzoo.com/bz-about_the_zoo/bzhistory?pre view=&psid=&ph=class%25252525252525253dawc />
"Butterfly Garden and Bug Carousel." The Bronx Zoo. 2006. Wildlife Conservation Society. 20 Aug. 2007. http://bronxzoo.com/bzhomepage/butterflygarden.
"Bronx Zoo. Are We There Yet?" The Ultimate Fieldtrip Resource. 2007. Patrick Tadeushuk. 20 Aug. 2007. http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/83671010.htm.
The zoo has a history of progressive movements in the conservation of animal life, many of which were spurred on by the Wildlife Conservation Society. Aside from establishing the Bronx Zoo itself, the society also established a groundbreaking veterinary department as part of the zoo in 1901. The branch allowed new developments and techniques in the field of animal medicine which the Bronx Zoo continues to work on today; even lending aid to other New York zoos and Wildlife Conservation Society facilities.
The veterinary department is not the only example of the Bronx Zoo establishing programs to better preserve and advance wildlife and zoo animals. Recently, the Bronx Zoo took on a very rare snow leopard cub found in Pakistan and began integrating the leopard into the zoo's breeding program until a new facility can be built in the cub's homeland. The zoo is also taking giant leaps forward in terms of eco-friendly facilities, including new toilets that will conserve an estimated one million gallons of water each year.
Though the Bronx Zoo is always trying to upgrade its general facilities, it is the zoo animals and their exhibits that make the zoo a New York must-see. One of the major features of the zoo is a large circular pool which houses the sea lions. The pool for the sea lions is flanked by the original Beaux-Arts inspired buildings, that make for a stunningly extravagant visual, and of course makes the sea lions a very popular exhibit. Another popular exhibit, especially for children, is the butterfly garden. Located within a beautifully vibrant greenhouse complete with plenty of native New York foliage, the garden also offers a unique opportunity for guests to learn about butterflies and insects. While other New York zoos may offer a garden full of butterflies, the Bronx Zoo is guaranteed to be the only one with an insect carousel!
While all New York zoos have the charm, by far the most impressive is the Bronx Zoo. Home to some of the most impressive exhibits, such as the Himalayan Highland Habitat and the Congo Gorilla Forest, this zoo simply has more to offer than many others of its kind. Noted for its particular interest in animal welfare and conservation, the zoo is a true gem among New York landmarks. A great place for both adults and children, everyone can enjoy the natural beauty and wildlife found within the Bronx Zoo.
Sources:
"Bronx Zoo." Wikipedia. 19 Aug. 2007. Wikimedia Foundation, Inc.. 20 Aug. 2007. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bronx_Zoo.
"Brief History of the Bronx Zoo." The Bronx Zoo. 2006. Wildlife Conservation Society. 20 Aug. 2007. http://bronxzoo.com/bz-about_the_zoo/bzhistory?pre view=&psid=&ph=class%25252525252525253dawc />
"Butterfly Garden and Bug Carousel." The Bronx Zoo. 2006. Wildlife Conservation Society. 20 Aug. 2007. http://bronxzoo.com/bzhomepage/butterflygarden.
"Bronx Zoo. Are We There Yet?" The Ultimate Fieldtrip Resource. 2007. Patrick Tadeushuk. 20 Aug. 2007. http://www.fieldtrip.com/ny/83671010.htm.
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