The Idaho Falls Zoo at Tautphaus Park is an animal sanctuary that is home to more than 300 individual animals representing 130 species from around the globe. Known as the ‘best little zoo in the west,’ the Zoo has several interactive exhibits that house a broad range of international animals from Africa, Asia, and Australia to the Americas and New Guinea, along with a bird aviary and a petting zoo for young visitors. Idaho Falls Zoo participates in over 40 Species Survival Plans and a diverse range of educational programs for families, youth, and adults. The Zoo also runs a volunteer program for young learners who want to get involved in animal husbandry and conservation.

2725 Carnival Way, Idaho Falls, ID 83402, Phone: 208-612-8470

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