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1. Riverbanks Zoo ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Woolaroc Museum and Wildlife Preserve ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Roosevelt Park Zoo

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4. Brandywine Zoo

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5. Brevard Zoo

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6. Cape May County Park & Zoo

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7. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

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8. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

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9. Fort Wayne Children's Zoo

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10. Fort Worth Zoo

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11. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

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12. Little Rock Zoo

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13. Living Desert Zoo

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14. Louisville Zoo

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15. ZooTampa at Lowry Park

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16. Plumpton Park Zoo

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17. Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo

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18. Alaska Zoo

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19. Santa Barbara Zoo

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20. Sedgwick County Zoo

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21. Tautphaus Park Zoo

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22. Toledo Zoo

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23. Blank Park Zoo

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24. Big Bear Alpine Zoo

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Question: What is the United States' commitment to wildlife preservation?
  • Answer: There is a strong sense of commitment to protecting and preserving wild animals in the United States, along with a need to involve people, especially children, in learning about the importance of all creatures for the health of our world.
  • Question: How do zoos help visitors connect with animals?
  • Answer: Zoos introduce animals to visitors, often allowing them to feed and touch animals, helping them develop a sense of responsibility for their well-being.
  • Question: What role do zoos play in wildlife conservation?
  • Answer: Zoos play a crucial role in the protection and breeding of endangered and vulnerable species and are part of a worldwide network of zoos and wildlife preserves.

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