Current non-AZA accredited zoos, aquariums,
nature-wildlife centers and refuges
in the United States
Compiled by Jenna L. Larson,
undergraduate (B.S. Zoology, Zoo & Aquarium concentration),
under the direction of Dr. Richard Snider.
October 2010.
Andrea Winkel created the preliminary list in 2006. Jenna L. Larson, undergraduate student
(Bachelor of Science in Zoology, Zoo and Aquarium Science concentration), under the direction of
Dr. Richard Snider, updated and expanded it in 2010 as part of a research project.
This list of zoos, aquaria and centers was researched and is indexed state-by-state. The document
now represents all the states where these unique facilities are located. Under each state, entries are
alphabetized and, where possible, contain:
Relevant e mail addresses and websites, spelled out and also provided as click sites.
Telephone numbers, if available.
The facility’s “mission” or specialty.
If any of the above information is missing, it is because it could not be identified at this time. As of
October 2010, this list reflects the best information available.
This list is presented to the Zoo and Aquarium industry in the spirit of professional fellowship.
Graduate and undergraduate students in related areas of study may also find this list helpful.
We want the list to accurately reflect the existing facilities. Please help to keep this list current ! To
update information or add new establishments, please send specific relevant information to:
Dr. Richard J. Snider
snider@msu.edu
Department of Zoology,
Zoo and Aquarium Science Program,
Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48823.
ALABAMA
Alabama Gulf Coast Zoo
1204 Gulf Shores Parkway
Gulf Shores, Alabama 36542
Phone: (251) 968-5732
Email: info@alabamagulfcoastzoo.org
W ebsite: www.alabamagulfcoastzoo.org
The zoo was founded as a private enterprise and is run
by a non-profit organization. It houses 290 animals.
Audubon Bird Sanctuary on Dauphin Island
109 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, Alabama 36528
Phone: (251) 861-3607
Email: admin@dauphinisland.org
W ebsite: www.dauphinisland.org/bird
The Audubon Bird Sanctuary is a strip of protected
land that is a very important site for the spring
migration of many neotropical birds.
Dauphin Island Sea Lab: Estuarium/Public
Aquarium
101 Bienville Boulevard
Dauphin Island, AL 36528
Phone: (251) 861-2141
Fax: (251) 861-4646
W ebsite: www.disl.org
For general questions: Lori Angelo,
Administrative Assistant to the Director
Email: langelo@disl.org
Phone: (251) 861-7507
For college program questions:
Sally Brennan, Registrar
Email: sbrennan@disl.org
Phone: (251) 861-2256
The Estuarium is an educational facility focusing on
the native habitats in Alabama. It features species local
to the area.
The M obile Zoo
15161 W ard Road
W ilmer, Alabama 36587
Phone: (251) 649-1845
Email: themobilezoo@netzero.net
W ebsite: www.mobilezoo.com
The Mobile Zoo was established for education and
promoting the survival of both endangered and nonendangered species from all over the world.
Limestone Zoological Park and W ildlife Refuge
30193 Nick Davis Road
Harvest, AL 35749
Phone: (256) 230-0330
The park was established as a refuge for abandoned,
retired or abused animals and focuses on educating the
public about endangered species and wildlife
preservation.
Old M acdonald’s Petting Zoo
7826 US Hwy 72 E
W oodville AL 35776
Phone: (256) 776-4332
E-mail: lewissm@hiwaay.net
The zoo is a hands on petting and feeding zoo featuring
both exotic and domestic animals.
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ALASKA
Alaska Raptor Center
1000 Raptor W ay
Sitka, AK 99835
Phone: 1-800-643-9425
E-mail: members.alaskaraptor@alaska.com
W ebsite: www.alaskaraptor.org
Alaska Raptor Center is the leading facility for Bald
Eagle rehabilitation.
Alaska Sealife Center
301 Railway Avenue
P.O. Box 1329
Seward, AK 99664
Phone: (907) 224-6300
1-800-224-2525
Email: (internship questions)
education@alaskasealife.org
(employment questions) hr@alaskasealife.org
(visitor information)
visitaslc@alaskasealife.org
W ebsite: www.alaskasealife.org
The only public aquarium and ocean wildlife
rehabilitation center in Alaska, the ASC is home to
research, rehabilitation, animal exhibits and education
of the Alaska’s natural ecosystems.
The Alaska Zoo
4731 O'M alley Road
Anchorage, AK 99507
For volunteer questions:
Heather Doncaster
(907) 346-2133
Email: hdoncaster@alaskazoo.org
W ebsite: www.alaskazoo.org
The goal of the Alaska Zoo is to promote the
conservation of arctic and sub arctic species with
research, rehabilitation and education.
Big Game Alaska: W ildlife Center
P.O. Box 949
Portage Glacier, AK 99587
Phone: (907) 783-2025
Email: biggame@alaska.net
W ebsite: www.alaskawildlife.org
The wildlife center is a rehabilitation facility for
abandoned or injured native wildlife. They house
animals who can not be released and use these
permanent residents to educate the public about
wildlife.
Reindeer Farm
Alaska Reindeer Inc.
HC04 Box 7470
Palmer, AK 99645
Phone: (907) 745-4000
W ebsite: www.reindeerfarm.org
The Reindeer Farm is a reindeer petting zoo. Guests
can feed and interact with reindeer, black tailed deer,
moose, and elk in their natural environment.
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ARIZONA
Grand Canyon Deer Farm
6769 E. Deer Farm Road
W illiams, AZ 86046
Phone: 1(800) 926-DEER
Email: deerfrmr@aol.com
W ebsite: www.deerfarm.com
The Deer Farm is a petting zoo where the public can
interact with deer, moose, bison, camels and many
more.
Heritage Park Zoological Sanctuary
1403 Heritage Park Road
Prescott, AZ 86301
Phone:(928) 778-4242
Email: info@heritageparkzoo.org
W ebsite: www.heritageparkzoo.com
The sanctuary is a non-profit organization which
preserves both native and exotic species.
Keepers of the W ild Nature Park
13441 East Hwy 66
Valentine, AZ 86437
Phone: 1-928-769-1800
Email: keepersoffice@hughes.net
volunteer email: keepervolunteer@hughes.net
animal information: animalinfo@hughes.net
W ebsite: www.keepersofthewild.org
The park is a home to many exotic animals and
educates the public in order to prevent the
endangerment and unethical treatment of these species.
Oasis Sanctuary
P.O. Box 2166
Scottsdale, AZ 85252
Phone: (520) 212-4737
Email: sybil@the-oasis.org
W ebsite: www.the-oasis.org
The Oasis provides a permanent home to abandoned or
abused exotic bird species.
Out of Africa W ildlife Park
4020 N. Cherry Road
Camp Verde, AZ 86322
Phone: (928) 567-2840
W ebsite: www.outofafricapark.com
The W ildlife Park allows guests to interact with exotic
and native species in a natural setting.
Sonoran Arthropod Studies Institute
P.O. Box 5624
Tucson, AZ 85703-0624
Phone: 520-883-3945
Email: skye@sasionline.org
W ebsite: www.saisonline.org
The SAIS works on educating the public through
research of the roles of arthropods in the Sonoran
Desert.
Sonoran Desert W aters Institute
2021 N. Kinney Road
Tucson, AZ 85743-8918
Phone: 520-908-1600
Email: Sea@TucsonAquarium.com
W ebsite: www.tucsonaquarium.com
The Institute offers research, education and
conservation programs to help protect aquatic and
marine life.
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W ildlife W orld Zoo and Aquarium
16501 W . Northern Ave
Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone: (623) 935-W ILD (9453)
For administration questions: (623) 935-5692
W ebsite: www.wildldifeworld.com
The W ildlife W orld Zoo is home to the only public
aquarium in Arizona and displays both native and
exotic species to the public.
ARKANSAS
Arkansas Alligator Farm and Petting Zoo
847 W hittington Ave.
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Phone: (501) 623-6172
W ebsite: www.arkansasalligatorfarm.com
The Alligator Farm and Petting Zoo provides an
environment where guest can observe and interact with
both native and exotic species.
Riddle’s Elephant and W ildlife Sanctuary
P.O. Box 715
Greenbrier AR 72058 – USA
Phone: (501) 589-3291 (501) 589-3291
E-Mail: info@elephantsanctuary.org
W ebsite: www.elephantsanctuary.org
The sanctuary’s goal is to provide a safe, permanent
home for wildlife in need of help and to aid in the
conservation of wildlife through education and
research.
Turpentine Creek W ildlife Refuge
239 Turpentine Creek Lane
Eureka Springs, AR 72632
Phone: (479) 253-5841
Email: tigers@turpentinecreek.org
W ebsite: www.turpentinecreek.org
The Refuge provides a home for abandoned or abused
wildlife, primarily big cats. Their goal is to educate the
public about the hazards to both humans and animals of
keeping wild animals as pets.
W ild W ilderness Drive-thru Safari
20923 Safari Road
Gentry, AR 72734
Phone: (479) 736-8383
W ebsite: www.wildwildernessdrivethroughsafari.com
The safari allows guests to observe both exotic and
native species in a natural environment and also
provides opportunities to interact with some animals.
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CALIFORNIA
California Living M useum
10500 Alfred Harrell Hwy.
Bakersfield, CA 93306
Phone: (661) 872-2256
Email: lafain@kern.org
W ebsite: www.calmzoo.org
The museum focuses on preserving native California
wildlife through education and research.
California Raptor Center
UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine
One Shields Avenue
Davis, CA 95616
Phone: (education) (530)752-9994
(rehabilitation) (530) 752-6091
W ebsite: www.vetmed.ucdavis.edu/calraptor
The Raptor Center is run by the University of
California at Davis. It provides a home to raptors who
are too disabled to return to the wild and is also a
rehabilitation center.
The Cat House
EFBC/FCC
3718 60th Street W est
Rosamond, CA 93560
Phone: (661)256-3793
Email: cathouse@qnet.com
W ebsite: www.cathouse-fcc.org
The Cat House’s goal is to preserve exotic cat species
through education and also by providing a permanent
home for abused or abandoned large cats.
Emerald Forest Bird Gardens
38420 Dos Cameos Dr.
Fallbrook, California 92028
Phone: (760)728-2226
E-mail: MR2CAN@aol.com
W ebsite: www.emeraldforestbirds.com
The EFBG is a breeding facility for exotic birds that
also takes an active role in conservation. It is home to
many permanent exhibits.
Fear-no-M ore Zoo
12040 North Seigler Road
Middletown, CA 95461
Phone: (707) 355-0638
W ebsite: www.fearnomorezoo.org
The zoo’s goal is to provide and environment where
guests can view animals in a peaceful and spiritual
setting.
Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary
403 Stafford Street’
Folsom, CA 95630
Phone: (916) 351-3527
Email: information@folsomzoofriends.org.
W ebsite: www.folsomzoofriends.org
The zoo is home to 100 animals and provides a park
like atmosphere for guests to appreciate the animals in.
Gibbon Conservation Center
P.O. Box 800249
Santa Clarita, CA 91380 USA
Phone: (661) 296-2737
Email: info@gibboncenter.org
W ebsite: www.gibboncenter.org
The GCC works to protect and conserve the highly
endangered primate, the gibbon, through scientific
research, breeding programs and education.
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The Gorilla Foundation
Box 620530
W oodside, CA 94062
Phone: 800-634-6273
Email: contactus@koko.org
W ebsite: www.koko.org/foundation
The goal of the foundation is to increase
communication research between species and also to
preserve and protect gorillas, both in captivity and in
the wild.
Lindsay W ildlife M useum
1931 First Ave
W alnut Creek, CA 94597
Phone: (925) 935-1978
W ebsite: www.wildlife-museum.org
The W ildlife Museum is home to some native
California species which could not be released back
into the wild and also rehabilitates and releases
wildlife. Their goal is to promote conservation through
educating the public.
M icke Grove Zoological Society
P.O. Box 2000
Lodi, CA 95241
Phone: (209) 339-1096
Email: parks@sjgov.org
W ebsite: www.mgzoo.com/zoo/micke-grove
The Zoo is home to many diverse animals and is host
to many education and volunteer programs.
M oonridge Animal Park
P.O. Box 2832
Big Bear Lake, CA 92315
Phone, Curator’s office: (909) 584-1299
Email: MAP@MoonridgeZoo.org
W ebsite: www.moonridgezoo.org
The goal of the Moonridge Animal Park is to
rehabilitate native species and return them to the wild.
However, for those that can not be returned, the Park
provides a permanent home in their natural habitat.
Orange County Zoo
1 Irvine Park Road
Orange, CA 92869
Phone: (714)973-6847
Email: oczoo@ocparks.com
W ebsite: www.ocparks.com/oczoo
The zoo focuses on the display and conservation of
plants and animals native to southwest America.
Orangutan Foundation International
824 S. W ellesley Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Phone: (310) 820-4906
E-mail: ofi@orangutan.org
W ebsite: www.orangutan.org
The OFI’s purpose is to aid the conservation of
orangutans in the wild through research and also
through rehabilitation of previously captively held
apes.
Project Survival Cat Haven W ild Animal Park
38257 E. Kings Canyon Road
Dunlap, CA. 93621
Phone: (559)338-3216
Email: info@cathaven.com
The Park is home to big cats which were chosen for
research and education purposes. It is not a rescue but
aims to conserve big cats in their natural habitats.
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The Roar Foundation Shambala Preserve
P.O. Box 189
Acton, CA 93510
Phone: (661) 268-0380
Email: info@shambala.org
W ebsite: www.shambala.org
The Roar Foundation provides sanctuary for mistreated
exotic animals and is working for more legislation
regarding the treatment of and trading of exotics.
The Serpentarium
2379 Maggio Circle - Unit C
Lodi, California 95240
Phone: (209) 369-7737
W ebsite: www.snakemuseum.com
The Serpentarium is a breeding facility for many
snakes and other reptiles. They also keep species on
exhibit in their natural habitat.
Seymour Center at Long M arine Lab
100 Shaffer Road
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
Phone: (831) 459-3800
W ebsite: www2.ucsc.edu/seymourcenter/index.html
The lab provides a place for field work, education
programs and is also home to many permanent
displays, including a blue whale skeleton.
Roundhouse M arine Studies Lab and Aquarium
P.O. Box 1
Manhattan Beach, CA 90267
Phone: (310) 379-8117
Email: roundhouse.aquarium@verizon.net
W ebsite: www.roundhouseaquarium.org
This aquarium focuses on educating the public about
local marine life.
W ildlife W aystation
Phone: (818) 899-5201
W ebsite: www.wildlifewaystation.org
The W aystation offers rehabilitation to native and
exotic species and also provides a permanent home to
those who can not be released.
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COLORADO
Butterfly Pavilion
6252 W est 104th Ave.
W estminster, CO 80020
Phone: (303) 469-5441
Email: volunteering@butterflies.org
W ebsite: www.butterflies.org
The Pavilion’s interactive exhibits help to educate the
public about invertebrates and how to conserve them.
Colorado Gators: Alligator Farm and Reptile Park
9162 County Road 9 North
Mosca, CO 81146
Phone: (719) 378-2612
Email :gator.farm@yahoo.com
W ebsite: www. gatorfarm.com
The Farm is an educational facility and reptile refuge.
The Nature and Raptor Center of Pueblo
5200 Nature Center Road, Pueblo, CO
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 8295 Pueblo, CO 81008
Phone: (719) 549-2414
Email: info@natureandraptor.org
W ebsite: www.natureandraptor.org
The Center is a rehabilitation facility and a wildlife
observatory focused on education and conservation.
The W ild Animal Sanctuary
1946 W CR 53
Keenesburg, CO 80643
Phone: (303) 536-0118
Email: information@wildlife-sanctuary.org
W ebsite: www.wildlife-conservation.com
The sanctuary is a rescue for abused or abandoned
exotic species, primarily big cats. They are also a
leading voice in conservation and legislation regarding
exotic species.
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CONNECTICUT
Audubon Sharon
325 Cornwall Bridge Road
Sharon, CT 06069
Phone: 860-364-0520
Email: sheth@audubon.org
W ebsite:
www.audubon.org/local/sanctuary/sharon/index
The Audubon Sharon is a wildlife rehabilitation which
uses live and non-living exhibits and programs to
educate the public about local conservation.
Connecticut W aterfowl Trust
2 Deer Run Road
Farmington, CT 06032
Phone: (860)678-8172
Email: kem@ctwaterfowl.org
W ebsite: www.ctwaterfowl.org
The Trust is a permanent home for hundreds of native
and exotic waterfowl, many of which are endangered.
The birds live in a natural environment and many that
were born on the sanctuary and released come back to
visit.
The M aritime Aquarium
10 North W ater Street
Norwalk, CT 06854
Phone: (203) 852-0700
Email: internships@maritimeaquarium.org
W ebsite: www.maritimeaquarium.org
The goal of the Aquarium is to educate the public
about conservation of the local marine environments
through exhibits and other scientific research.
DELAWARE
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
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FLORIDA
Amazing Exotics
17951 SR 452, Umatilla FL 32784
Phone: (352) 821-1234
W ebsite: www.amazingexotics.com
M AY BE CLOSED ACCORDING TO BIG CAT
RESCUE.
Back to Nature W ildlife Refuge
18515 East Colonial Drive
Orlando, FL 32820
Phone: (407) 568-5138
Email: info@btn-wildlife.org
W ebsite: www.btn-wildlife.org
Back to Nature is a wildlife rescue which treats
endangered, injured or orphaned animals with the goal
of introducing them back into the wild. They are also
home to several animals which could not be released
due to their injuries.
Big Cat Rescue
12802 Easy St,
Tampa, FL 33625
Phone: (813) 920-4130
Email: info@BigCatRescue.org
W ebsite: www.bigcatrescue.org
The Big Cat Rescue is home to exotic and native big
cat species that were rescued from inhospitable
conditions in people’s homes or road side zoos. They
are also home to many retirees. They work to educate
the public about the dangers to both people and the cats
about owning these animals in an effort to stop the
abuse.
Butterfly W orld
3600 W . Sample Road,
Coconut Creek, Florida 33073
Phone: (954) 977-4400
Email: gardens@butterflyworld.com
W ebsite: www.butterflyworld.com
Butterfly W orld is a breeding and research facility for
butterflies which also is host to several education
programs and exhibits for the public.
Clearwater M arine Aquarium
249 W indward Passage
Clearwater, FL 33767
Phone: (727) 441-1790
Email: info@cmaquarium.org
W ebsite: www.seewinter.com
The Aquarium is home to many exhibits including
bottlenose dolphins, sea turtles and many more native
species.
Discovery Cove
6000 Discovery Cove W ay
Orlando, FL 32821
Phone: 1-877-557-7404
Email: DCO-GuestRelations@DiscoveryCove.com
W ebsite: www.discoverycove.com
Discovery Cove is a resort which is also home to
dolphins and ,nay other marine species and allows the
guests to participate in up close encounters with the
animals.
Dolphin Connection
61 Hawk's Cay Boulevard
Duck Key, FL 33050
Phone: 1-888-814-9154
W ebsite: www.dolphinconnection.com
The Dolphin Connection is located within a resort and
aims to educate the public about marine life through up
close encounters.
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Dolphin Research Center
58901 Overseas Hwy
Grassy Key, FL 33050
Phone: 1-888-404-FW CC
Email: education@dolphins.org
W ebsite: www.dolphins.org
The Center is home to Bottlenose Dolphins and
California Sea Lions, many of which were born at the
Center or in other facilities. The purpose of the center
is to educate the public about the two species. They
are also a rescue facility for marine mammals in the
local area.
Everglades Safari Park
26700 SW 8 Street
P.O. Box 940275
Miami, FL
Phone: (305) 226-6923
Email: info@EvergladesSafariPark.com
W ebsite: www.evergladessafaripark.com
The Park offers airboat tours, walking trails, exhibits
and wildlife shows to educate people about the
everglade ecosystem.
Flamingo Gardens
3750 S Flamingo Road
Davie, Florida 33330-1614
Phone: (954) 473-2955
Email: wrayhq@aol.com
W ebsite: www.flamingogardens.org
Flamingo Gardens provides a natural home for many
species of birds, reptile and mammals. Through its
exhibits and wildlife shows, guests are educated on the
importance for conservation
Florida’s Gulfarium
1010 Miracle Strip Parkway, SE
Fort W alton Beach, FL 32548
Phone: (850) 243-9046 or 800-247-8575
Email: info@gulfarium.com
W ebsite: www.gulfarium.com
The Gulfarium is home to both marine and non-marine
dwelling species. Their exhibits and shows are used to
generate awareness about conservation of the marine
ecosystem.
Gatorama
6180 U.S. Highway 27
P.O. Box 248
Palmdale, FL 33944
Phone: (863) 675-0623
Email: patty@gatorama.com
W ebsite: www.gatorama.com
Gatorama is home to crocodiles, alligators and other
native species of birds and mammals. Shows are
performed in the natural setting of the Florida Keys.
Gatorland
14501 South Orange Blossom Trail
Orlando, FL 32837
Phone: (407)855-5496
W ebsite: www.gatorland.com
Gatorland is a theme park and nature conservation
area. They are home to many native species, including
birds, gators, and mammals.
Green M eadows Petting Farm
Green Meadows Farm, Ltd.
1368 South Poinciana Boulevard
Kissimmee, FL 34746
Phone: (407) 846-0770
Email: Info@greenmeadowsfarm.com
W ebsite: www.greenmeadowsfarm.com
Green Meadows is a place for families to experience
farm life through hands on interaction with farm
animals including cows, pigs, and chickens.
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Gulf W orld M arine Park
15412 Front Beach Road
Panama City Beach, FL 32413
Phone: (850)234-5271
Email: education@gulfworldmarinepark.com
or
intern@gulfworldmarinepark.com
W ebsite: www.gulfworldmarinepark.com
The park educates the public about marine life through
exhibits, shows, and interactions.
Gumbo Limbo Nature Center
1801 North Ocean Boulevard
Boca Raton, FL 33432
Phone: (561) 338-1473
W ebsite: www.gumbolimbo.org
The nature center is promoting marine ecosystem
awareness through research and education of the public
through programs and exhibits.
International Rhino Foundation
c/o W hite Oak Conservation Center
581705 W hite Oak Road
Yulee, FL 32097
W ebsite: www.rhinos-irf.org
The IRF is working toward conserving rhinos in the
wild through breeding, education and conservation
programs.
Jungle Adventures Nature Park
26205 East Colonial Drive (State Road 50)
Christmas, FL 32709
Phone: (407) 568-2885 or 1-877-4-A-GATOR
Email: jungleadv@aol.com
W ebsite: www.jungleadventures.com
The Park is a natural home to many native species,
including birds, mammals and reptiles. It hosts guided
tours and also wildlife encounters to the public.
Jungle Island
1111 Parrot Jungle Trail
Miami, FL 33132
Phone: (305) 400-7000
Email: guestrelations@jungleisland.com
W ebsite: www.jungleisland.com
Jungle Island entertains and educates the public about
tropical animals through exhibits and shows.
Key W est Aquarium
1 W hitehead St.
Key W est, FL 33040
Phone: 1-800-868-7482
Email: aquarium@historictours.com
W ebsite: www.keywestaquarium.com
The Key W est Aquarium offers hands-on interactions,
tours and feeding shows to the public.
Loggerhead M arinelife Center of Juno Beach
14200 US Hwy. One
Juno Beach, FL 33408
Phone: (561) 627-8280
W ebsite: www.marinelife.org
The Center is home to a sea turtle hospital and several
exhibits.
M iami Seaquarium
4400 Rickenbacker Causeway
Key Biscayne, FL 33149
Phone: (305) 361-5705
W ebsite: www.miamiseaquarium.com
The Seaquarium educates the public about the marine
ecosystem through interactions with wildlife, shows
and also exhibits. It is home to whales, dolphins,
turtles, fish, seals and much more.
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Peace River Refuge and Ranch
P.O. Box 1127
2545 Stoner Lane
Zolfo Springs, Florida 33890
Phone: (863) 735-0804
Email: info@peaceriverrefuge.org
W ebsite: www.peaceriverrefuge.org
The refuge is a non-profit wildlife sanctuary that takes
in and cares for abused, abandoned or seized exotic
animals.
Pelican M an’s Bird Sanctuary
1708 Ken Thompson Parkway
Sarasota, FL 34236-1000
Phone: (239) 388-4444
The bird sanctuary is a working bird hospital and
rehabilitation facility. It is also home to many birds
who could not be released back into the wild.
Rare Species Conservatory Foundation
P.O. Box 1371
Loxahatchee, FL 33470
Phone: (561) 790-5864
Email: info@rarespecies.org
W ebsite: www.rarespecies.org
The RSCF works for conservation through breeding
programs and protection of exotic species.
Sarasota Jungle Gardens
3701 Bay Shore Road
Sarasota, FL 34234
Phone: (941)355-5305
W ebsite: www.sarasotajunglegardens.com
The Gardens are home to tropical species, many of
which were donated by rescues or pet owners.
Through shows, exhibits and hands-on interactions, the
gardens educate the public about conservation.
Silver Springs Nature Park
5656 E. Silver Springs Boulevard
Silver Springs, FL 34488
Phone: (352) 236-2121
E-mail: ssinfo@silversprings.com
W ebsite: www.silversprings.com
Silver Springs is home to alligators, mammals, birds
and reptiles, many of which are native to the Florida
area.
Tallahassee M useum
3945 Museum Drive
Tallahassee, FL 32310
Phone: (850) 576-1636
W ebsite: www.tallahasseemuseum.org
The museum features wildlife native to the Florida
ecosystems. It also features “guest animals”.
Theatre of the Sea
84721 Overseas Hwy.
Islamorada, FL 33036
Phone: (305) 664-2431
Email: animalcare@theaterofthesea.com
W ebsite: www.theaterofthesea.com
The Theater of the Sea is an educational facility that
puts on hands-on shows with dolphins, sea lions and
many more.
W ootens
P.O. Box 121
Ochopee, FL34141
Email: info@wootenseverglades.com
W ebsite: www.wootenseverglades.com
W ootens gives Everglades tours and is also home to a
wildlife park with native and exotic species.
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The Zoo Northwest Florida
5701 Gulf Breeze Parkway
Gulf Breeze, FL 32563
Phone: (850) 932-2229
W ebsite: www.thezoonorthwestflorida.org
The zoo offers many exhibits, a wildlife preserve and
also some opportunities for interaction with the
animals.
GEORGIA
Obediah’s Okefenok
P.O. Box 423
W aycross, Georgia 31502-0423
Phone: (912) 287-0090
Email: obediahs@okefenokeeswamp.com
W ebsite: www.okefenokeeswamp.com
This is a nature center with exhibits of both living and
non-living native and exotic species.
W ild Animal Safari
1300 Oak Grove Road
Pine Mountain, GA 31822 Phone: (706) 663-8744
W ebsite: www.animalsafari.com
The Safari combines guided tours with hands-on
experience with exotic animals.
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HAWAII
M aui Ocean Center
192 Ma’alaea Road
W ailuku, HI 96793
Phone: (808) 270-7000
Email: info@mauioceancenter.com
W ebsite: www.mauioceancenter.com
The center features animals native to Hawaii and
incorporates the Hawaiian culture into its exhibits.
Pacific Primate Sanctuary, Inc.
500A Haloa Road
Haiku, Maui, HI 96708
Phone: (808) 572-8089
Email: info@pacificprimate.org
W ebsite: www.pacificprimate.org
The sanctuary is a non-profit organization providing
care to New W orld monkeys rescued from research
labs, private owners, and other situations of abuse and
improper care.
W aikiki Aquarium
University of Hawaii-Manoa
2777 Kalakaua Ave.
Honolulu, HI 96815
Phone: (808) 923-1771
Email: info@waquarium.org
W ebsite: www.waquarium.org
The Aquarium promotes the preservation of Pacific
marine life through research, exhibits and education of
the public.
Sea Life Park Hawaii
41-202 Kalanianaole Highway #7
W aimanalo, HI 96795
Phone: (808) 259-2500
W ebsite: www.sealifeparkhawaii.com
Sea Life Park offers hands on interaction with sea life
including dolphins, sea lions and sea turtles.
IDAHO
The Peregrine Fund
5668 W est Flying Hawk Lane
Boise, ID 83709
Phone: (208) 362-8687
Email: tpf@peregrinefund.org
W ebsite: www.peregrinefund.org
The Peregrine Fund aims to preserve the populations of
native and non-native raptors through exhibits,
demonstrations, research and interaction.
Yellowstone Bear W orld
6010 South 4300 W est
Rexburg, ID 83440
Phone: (208) 359-9688
W ebsite: www.yellowstonebearworld.com
The Park allows cars to tour through the Park and have
up close interactions with wildlife including bison and
bears. Animals can also be seen on exhibit in the Park.
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ILLINOIS
Phillips Park Zoo
1000 Ray Moses Dr.
Aurora, IL 60505
Phone: (630) 978-4755
Email: Randy Johnson, Zoo Manager
rjohnson@aurora-il.org
W ebsite: www.phillipsparkaurora.com
The zoo is home to many exotic animals and works to
educate the public about their animals through exhibits
and interaction.
W ildlife Prairie State Park
3826 N. Taylor Road
Hanna City, IL 61536
Phone: (309) 676-0998
Email: irequest@wildlifeprairestatepark.org
W ebsite: www.wildlifeprairiestatepark.com
The Park is home to ambassadors of the prairie’s native
species and displays them in a natural setting in an
effort to educate the public.
W illowbrook W ildlife Center
525 S. Park Boulevard
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Phone: (630) 942-6200
Email: W illowbrook@dupageforest.com
W ebsite: www.willowbrookwildlife.com
W illowbrook is a rehabilitation center and is also home
to many native animals which could not be released
back into the wild. It educates the public about these
native species through exhibits, demonstrations and
interaction.
INDIANA
Black Pine Animal Park
1426 W . 300 N.
P.O. Box 02
Albion, IN 46701
Phone: (260) 636-7383
Email: blackpineanimalpark@yahoo.com
W ebsite: www.blackpineanimalpark.com
The animal park is a non-profit “last-chance” home for
exotic animals who were rescued from abusive
situations. It works to educate the public about pet
ownership, exotic and endangered species.
Exotic Feline Rescue Center
2221 E. Ashboro Road
Center Point, IN 47840
Phone: (812) 835-1130
Email: efrc1@verizon.net
W ebsite: www.exoticfelinerescuecenter.org
The EFRC provides a permanent home to exotic cats
who have been abused, abandoned or can not be
released back into the wild while also educating the
public about these cats.
W ashington Park Zoo
115 Lakeshore Dr.
Michigan City, IN 46360
Phone: (219) 873-1510
Email: Johnny Martinez, Zoo Director
jmartinez@washingtonparkzoo.com
W ebsite: www.washingtonparkzoo.com
The zoo is home to over 200 animals and aims to
educate the public through display and programs while
also providing a fun and safe experience for both the
public and the animals.
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IOWA
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
KANSAS
Tanganyika W ildlife Park
1000 S. Hawkins Lane
Goddard, KS 67052
Phone: (316) 794-8954
Email: twp@tanganyikawildlife.org
W ebsite: www.twpark.com
Tanganyika W ildlife Park provides education to the
public through exhibits, programs and interactions
while also increasing the populations of many species
through breeding programs.
KENTUCKY
Kentucky Down Under
P.O. Box 189
3700 L & N Turnpike Road
Horse Cave, KY 42749
Phone: 1-800-762-2869
Email: info@kdu.com
W ebsite: www.kdu.com
KDU provides a native Australia experience in
Kentucky. It educates the public about the Australian
animals and culture.
LOUISIANA
Chimpanzee Haven
13600 Chimpanzee Place
Keithville, LA 71047
Phone: (318) 925-9575
Email: information@chimphaven.org
W ebsite: www.chimphaven.org
Chimpanzee Haven provides a permanent home to
primates who have been rescued or retired from the
entertainment industry, medical research, or were
surrendered by private owners.
Global W ildlife Center
26389 Hwy 40
Folsom, LA 70437
Phone: (985) 796-3585
W ebsite: www.globalwildlife.com
The GW C is a free-roaming wildlife preserve which
offers safari tours through the park.
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Lousiana Purchase Gardens and Zoo
1405 Bernstein Park Road
Monroe, Louisiana 71202
Phone: (318) 329-2400
E-Mail: Kimberly Bachus, Education Curator
kim.bachus@ci.monroe.la.us
W ebsite: www.monroezoo.org
The Monroe Zoo is home to native and exotic species.
Zoo of Acadiana
116 Lakeview Drive
Broussard, LA 70518
Phone: (337) 837-4325
Email: W ILD@ZooOfAcadiana.org
W ebsite: www.zooofacadiana.org
The Zoo of Acadiana is home to exotic and native
species and provide encounters with their animals and
keepers.
MAINE
Kisma Preserve
P.O. Box 84
Mount Desert, ME 04660
Phone: (207) 667-3244
W ebsite: www.kismapreserve.org
The preserve is home to native and exotic species that
have been rescued.
M aine W ildlife Park
56 Game Farm Road
Gray, ME 04039
Phone: (207) 657-4977
Email: mainewildlifepark@maine.rr.com
W ebsite: www.state.me.us/ifw/education/wildlifepark
The W ildlife Park is home to native species of the area
and is dedicated to the conservation of wildlife.
M ount Desert Oceanarium
BAR HARBOR SITE
1351 State Route 3
Bar Harbor, ME 04609
Phone: (207) 288-5005
Email: theoceanarium@earthlink.net
W ebsite: www.theoceanarium.com
The Oceanarium is an interactive and educational
aquarium focused on the natural habitat surrounding
the area.
York’s W ild Kingdom and Amusement Park
Route 1
York Beach, ME 03910
Phone: (207) 363-4911
Email: ykingdom@aol.com
W ebsite: www.yorkzooo.com
The York Zoo is home to domestic and exotic species
of animals and is a combined amusement park and zoo.
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MARYLAND
Catoctin W ildlife Preserve and Zoo
13019 Catoctin Furnace Road
Thurmont, MD 21788
Phone: (301) 271-3180
Email: administration@cwpzoo.com
W ebsite: www.cwpzoo.com
The Zoo is focused on exhibiting, breeding and
educating people about exotic and endangered species.
Plumpton Park Zoo
1416 Telegraph Road
Rising Sun, MD 21911
Phone: (410) 658-6850
W ebsite: www.plumptonparkzoo.org
The zoo is home to many exotic and native species.
MASSACHUSETTS
The Berkshire M useum
39 South Street (Route 7)
Pittsfield, MA 01201
Phone: (413) 443-7171
W ebsite: www.berkshiremuseum.org
On the ground level of the museum there are many
exhibits displaying aquatic and marine fish species
along with reptiles and amphibians.
The Butterfly Place
120 Tyngsboro Road
W estford, MA 01886
Phone: (978) 392-0955
Email: bflybut@aol.com
W ebsite: www.butterflyplace-ma.com
The Butterfly Place is a large walk through garden that
is home to hundreds of free flying butterflies of many
different species.
Southwick’s Zoo
2 Southwick St.
Mendon, MA
Phone: 1-800-258-9182
W ebsite: www.southwickszoo.com
The zoo is home to over a hundred species of animals,
both exotic and native. It provides opportunities for
guests to encounter some wildlife.
W oods Hole Science Aquarium
166 W ater St.
W oods Hole, MA 02543
Phone: (508) 495-2001
Email: George.Liles@noaa.gov
W ebsite: aquarium.nefsc.noaa.gov
The Aquarium is home to touch tanks, research
stations, non-living and living exhibits and allows for
up close encounters with marine life.
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The Zoo in Forest Park
P.O. Box 80295
302 Sumner Ave.
Springfield, MA 01138
Phone: (413) 733-2251
W ebsite: www.forestparkzoo.org
The Forest Park Zoological Society works to promote
biodiversity through its exhibition of native and exotic
species of animals and through education programs
available to the public.
Zooquarium
674 Route 28
W est Yarmouth, MA 02673
Phone: (508) 775-8883
Email: info@zooquariumcapecod.net
W ebsite: www.zooquariumcapecod.net
The Zooquarium is home to native species, both
terrestrial and aquatic, and is also home to a petting
zoo, touch tank and aquarium.
MICHIGAN
The Butterfly House and Insect W orld
P.O. Box 296
296 Mcgulpin St
Mackinac Island, MI 49757
Phone: (906) 847-3972
W ebsite: www.originalbutterflyhouse.com
The Butterfly House exhibits butterflies from the
Americas, Asia and Africa.
Cindy Lou’s Zoo
6327 N M 18
Roscommon, MI 48653
Phone: (989) 275-4500
Email: info@cindylouszoo.com
W ebsite: www.cindylouszoo.com
The Zoo is home to domestic, native and exotic
animals.
DeYoung Family Zoo
N5406 County Road 577
W allace, MI 49893
Phone: (906) 788-4093
Email: education@thedeyoungfamilyzoo.com
W ebsite: www.thedeyoungfamilyzoo.com
The zoo is home to over 400 animals from around the
world and presents them to the public in natural
settings.
Garlyn Zoological Park
9104 U.S. 2
Naubinway, MI 49762
Phone: (906) 477-1085
Email: info@garlynzoo.com
W ebsite: www.garlynzoo.com
The Garlyn Zoo is home to many native, domestic and
exotic animals which are displayed in a natural setting.
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W .K Kellogg Bird Sanctuary
12685 East C Ave.
Augusta, MI 49012
Phone: (269) 671-2510
Email: birdsanctuary@kbs.msu.edu
W ebsite: www.kbs.msu.edu/visit/birdsanctuary
The Sanctuary is home to many permanent residents
representing many different species and is also a
popular resting ground for wild birds.
MINNESOTA
Great Lakes Aquarium
353 Harbor Dr.
Duluth, MN 55802
Phone: (218) 740-2020
Email: info@glaquarium.org
W ebsite: www.glaquarium.org
The aquarium displays aquatic and marine species both
native and exotic in their natural settings.
Hemker W ildlife Park
County Road 39
P.O. Box 262
Freeport, MN 56331
Phone: (320) 836-2426
Email: hemkerwp@albanytel.com
W ebsite: www.hemkerwildlifepark.com
The Park is home to several species of North American
hoofstock and also tropical penguins.
International W olf Center
1396 Highway 169
Ely, MN 55731-8129
Phone: (218) 365-4695
Email: jedberg@wolf.org
W ebsite: www.wolf.org
The center works to conserve and protect wolves in the
wild through the exhibition of a wolf pack and also
through non-living displays which educate the public.
Lake Superior Zoo
72 nd Ave W est and Grand Ave
Duluth, MN 55802
Phone: (218) 730-4900
Email: info@lszoo.org
W ebsite: www.lszoo.org
The zoo exhibits exotic and native animals and
promotes the conservation of and education about the
wild.
The Raptor Center of University of M innesota
University of Minnesota
1920 Fitch Ave.
St. Paul, MN, 55108
Phone: (612) 624-4745
Email: raptor@umn.edu
W ebsite: www.raptor.cvm.umn.edu
The Raptor Center is a leading force in raptor research
and is also home to nearly 30 education raptors which
are on exhibit to the public.
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Underwater Adventures
Mall of America
120 East Broadway
Bloomington, MN 55425
Phone: (952) 883-0202
W ebsite: www.underwaterworld.com
Underwater Adventures is home to exhibits including a
shark tunnel encounter and a touch pool.
W ildlife Science Center
5463 W est Broadway
Forest Lake MN 55025
Phone: (651) 464-3993
W ebsite: www.wildlifesciencecenter.org
The center is home to many North American species
and strives to conserve endangered species and their
habitat.
MISSOURI
The Butterfly Palace
4106 W . Hwy 76
Branson, MO 65616
Phone: (417) 332-2232
Email: sarahb@thebutterflypalace.com
W ebsite: www.thebutterflypalace.com
The Butterfly Palace offers a walk through jungle
experience with live butterflies from around the world.
Also located near the palace is an insect zoo, exhibiting
exotic insects.
Grants Farm
10501 Gravois Road,
St. Louis, MO 63123
Phone: (314) 843-1700
W ebsite: www.grantsfarm.com
The farm is home many species, both domestic and
exotic, of hoof stock.
Promised Land Zoo
32297 Hwy 86
Eagle Rock, MO 65641
Phone: (417) 271-3324
W ebsite: www.plzoo.com
The zoo is home to a drive through safari and a petting
zoo and is home to over 500 animals.
W ild Animal Safari
124 Jungle Dr.
Stafford, MO 65757
Phone: (417) 859-5300
Email: wildanimalsafari@gmail.com
W ebsite: www.goanimalparadise.com
The park offers a drive through safari option to see
some of the larger, more dangerous animals and also a
walk through portion where the smaller, gentler
animals can be observed.
W onders of W ildlife
Closed due to renovations.
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W orld Bird Sanctuary
125 Bald Eagle Ridge Road
Valley Park, MO 63088
Phone: (636) 861-3225
Email: info@worldbirdsanctuary.org
W ebsite: www.worldbirdsanctuary.org
The W orld Bird Sanctuary is one of the leading forces
for the conservation of birds in the world and is home
to over 200 birds.
MONTANA
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
NEBRASKA
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
NEVADA
Lion Habitat at the M GM Grand
3799 Las Vegas Boulevard South,
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Phone: (702) 891-1111
W ebsite:
http://www.mgmgrand.com/entertainment/lion-habitat.aspx
The Lion Habitat is a showcase for the lion
species and works to educate the public and also
preserve the species.
Sierra Safari Zoo
10200 North Virginia St.
Reno, NV 89508
Phone: (775) 677-1104
Email: contact@sierrasafarizoo.org
W ebsite: www.sierrasafarizoo.org
The Sierra Safari Zoo is home to many different
species of animals and is staffed completely by
volunteers.
Southern Nevada Zoological and Botanical Park (a.k.a.
Las Vegas Zoo)
1775 N. Rancho Dr.
Las Vegas, NV 89106
Phone: (702) 647-4685
Email: nvzoolv@aol.com
W ebsite: www.lasvegaszoo.com
The Las Vegas Zoo is an educational and
recreational facility that exhibits more than 150
species of plants and animals.
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Tiger Touch University Resort
P.O. Box 336
Fallon, NV 89407
Phone: (775) 423-8309
Email: info@tigertouch.org
W ebsite: www.tigertouch.org
Tiger Touch is an exotic feline sanctuary.
NEW HAMPSHIRE
Charmingfare Farm
774 High Street,
Candia, NH 03034
Phone: (603) 483-5623
Email: gs@charmingfare.com
W ebsite: www.charmingfare.com
Charmingfare is home to both domesticated and wild
animals native to the New Hampshire area with some
exotics.
The Loon Center
PO Box 604
183 Lee’s Mill Road
Moultonborough, NH 03254
Phone: (603) 476-5666
Email: info@loon.org
W ebsite: www.loon.org
The Loon Center works through exhibits and displays
to educate the public about New Hampshire’s wildlife.
Squam Lakes Natural Science Center
PO Box 173
23 Science Center Road
Holderness, NH 03245
Phone: (603) 968-7194
Email: info@nhnature.org
W ebsite: www.nhnature.org
The Center works to educate the public about the local
natural environment through live animal exhibits and
other interactive programs.
NEW JERSEY
The Raptor Trust
1390 W hite Bridge Road
Millington, NJ 07946
Phone: (908) 647-8211
Email: info@theraptortrust.org
W ebsite: www.theraptortrust.org
Non - AZA accredited zoos, aquaria, nature / wildlife centers & refuges
The Raptor Trust is one of the leading forces in raptor
rehabilitation and is also home to a few resident raptors
which are used for education purposes.
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Space Farms Zoo and M useum
218 route 518
Sussex, NJ 07461
Phone: (973) 875-5800
Email: info@spacefarms.com
W ebsite: www.spacefarms.com
The zoo is home to over 500 animals representing over
100 species, both exotic and native wild species.
W oodford Cedar Run W ildlife Refuge
4 Sawmill Road
Medford, NJ 08055
Phone: (856) 983-3329
Email: Jeanne.woodford@cedarrun.org
W ebsite: www.cedarrun.org
Cedar Run is a wildlife rehabilitation center, nature
center and is also home to some permanent native
animal residents who could not be returned back to the
wild.
NEW MEXICO
American International Rattlesnake M useum
202 San Felipe NW
Suite A
Albuquerque, NM 87104
Phone: (505) 242-6569
W ebsite: www.rattlesnakes.com
The museum has the largest collection of live
rattlesnakes in the world and works to educate the
public in order to conserve the species.
Hillcrest Park Zoo
P.O. Box 760
1201 Sycamore
Clovis, NM 88101
Phone: (575) 769-7873
Email: zoo1@cityofclovis.org
W ebsite: www.hillcrestparkzoo.org
The zoo is home to many species of exotic animals and
is currently undergoing a more naturalistic renovation.
W ildlife W est Nature Park
P.O. Box 1359
87 North Frontage Road
Edgewood, NM 87015
Phone: (505) 281-7655
Email: info@wildlifewest.org
W ebsite: www.wildlifewest.org
The park is home to many native species who could not
be released back into the wild due to injury.
Spring River Zoo
1306 E. College Boulevard
Roswell, NM 88201
Phone: (575) 624-6760
Email: roswellzoo@dfn.com
The zoo is home to native and exotic species of
wildlife.
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NEW YORK
Aquarium of Niagara
701 W hirlpool St.
Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Phone: (716) 285-3575
Email: aquariumNF@aol.com
W ebsite: www.aquariumofniagara.org
The aquarium supports education and research through
its displays and live exhibits of aquatic and marine life.
Atlantis M arine W orld Aquarium
431 East Main St.
Riverhead, NY 11901
Phone: (631) 208-9200
Email: Loretta Greiff, Director of Administration
lgreiff@amwny.com
W ebsite: www.atlantismarineworld.com
The aquarium aims to provide and educational and
entertaining marine experience to its guests through
exhibits and programs.
Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery and Aquarium
1660 Route 25A
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Phone: (516) 692-6768
Email: info@cshfha.org
W ebsite: www.cshfha.org
The aquarium exhibits native New York species and
works towards conservation of these species through
education and breeding programs.
Long Island Game Farm W ildlife Park and
Children’s Zoo
P.O. Box 97
638 Chapman Boulevard
Manorville, NY 11949
Phone: (631) 878-6644
Email: info@longislandgamefarm.com
W ebsite: www.longislandgamefarm.com
The zoo offers a natural environment where guests can
interact with the animals. The zoo exhibits both native
and exotic species.
Sweetbriar Nature Center
62 Eckernkamp Dr.
Smithtown, NY 11787
Phone: (631) 979-6344
Email: swbriarncLI@aol.com
W ebsite: www.sweetbriarnc.org
The nature center actively participates in conservation
and education programs and is also home to butterfly
house.
Theodore Roosevelt Sanctuary and Audubon
Center
134 Cove Road
Oyster Bay, NY 11771
Phone: (516) 922-3200
Email: trsac@audubon.org
W ebsite:
http://ny.audubon.org/CentersEdu_TRoosevelt.html
The sanctuary is home to several birds of prey, reptiles
and amphibians which are used as animal ambassadors
to promote education and conservation.
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The Utica Zoo
99 Steele Hill Road
Utica, NY 13501
Phone: (315) 738-0475
Email: info@uticazoo.org
W ebsite: www.uticazoo.org
The zoo is home to more than 200 animals,
representing both native and exotic species.
NORTH CAROLINA
Carolina Raptor Center
P.O. Box 16443
6000 Sample Road
Huntersville, NC 28297
Phone: (704) 875-6521
Email: Joy Braunstein, President/CEO
jbraunstein@carolinaraptorcenter.org
W ebsite: www.carolinaraptorcenter.org
The center is home to many permanent raptor residents
who could not be released back into the wild due to
their injuries and is also an operating rehabilitation and
research center.
Carolina Tiger Rescue
1940 Hanks Chapel Road
Pittsboro, NC 27312
Phone: (919) 542-4684
Email: info@cptigers.org
W ebsite: www.carolinatigerrescue.org
The rescue provides a permanent sanctuary to wild cats
and is also furthering research and education about
wild cat species.
Cherokee Bear Zoo
1204 Tsalagi Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone: (828) 497-4525
Email: coggins2@msn.com
W ebsite: www.cherokeezoo.com
The zoo offers visitors a chance to see native species
such as the black bear in their native setting while also
exhibiting some exotic species.
Lemur Center at Duke University
Box 90385 Duke University
3705 Erwin Road
Durham, NC 27705
Phone: (919) 489-3364
Email: primate@duke.edu
W ebsite: http://lemur.duke.edu/
The Lemur Center is a research and conservation
center for prosimian primates.
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North Carolina M useum of Natural Sciences
11 W . Jones St.
Raleigh, NC 27601
Phone: (919) 733-1573
Email: bryan.blanton@ncdenr.gov – Bryan Blanton,
visitor services representative
W ebsite: www.naturalsciences.org
The museum combines living and non-living exhibits
to educate the public about the local ecosystems of
North Carolina.
Santa’s Land Theme Park and Zoo
571 W olfetown Road
Cherokee, NC 28719
Phone: (828) 497-9191
Email: santa@santaslandnc.com
W ebsite: www.santaslandnc.com
This theme park features a zoo with domestic and
exotic species of animals where guests can get up close
through feeding time interactions with the animals.
NORTH DAKOTA
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
OHIO
Lagoon Deer Park
1502 Martins Point Road
State Route 269
Sandusky, OH 44870
Phone: (419) 684-5701
W ebsite: www.sanduskyfunspots.com/deerpark
The Deer Park is home to several species of hoof stock
and also some large birds and allows visitors to walk
through the park, feeding the animals.
Noah’s Lost Ark
8424 Bedell Road
Berlin Center, OH 44401
Phone: (330) 584-7835
Email: noahslostark@aol.com
W ebsite: www.noahslostark.org
Noah’s Lost Ark is a sanctuary for exotic and wild
animals and educates the public through guided tours.
W olf Timbers
P.O. Box 107
Bolivar, OH 44612
Phone: (330) 874-7022
Email: wolftimbers@yahoo.com
W ebsite: www.wolftimbers.org
W olf Timbers provides an area where visitors and
researches can view the Timber W olf in a captive but
natural setting to promote conservation and awareness.
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OKLAHOMA
Arbuckle W ilderness
P.O. Box 63
Route 1
Davis, OK 73030
Phone: (580) 369-3383
Email: contact@arbucklewilderness.com
W ebsite: www.arbucklewilderness.com
This park is a drive through safari and amusement
park.
G.W Exotic Animal Park
RRT 2 Box 67
W ynnewood, OK 73098
Phone: (405) 665-5197
Email: gwparkstaff@yahoo.com
W ebsite: www.gwpark.org
The park is an exotic animal sanctuary which advocates
proper care of animals in captivity and also educated
the public about exotic species.
Little River Zoo
3405 SE 120 th Ave
Norman, OK 73026
Phone: (405) 366-7229
Email: info@littleriverzoo.com
W ebsite: www.littleriverzoo.com
Little River Zoo exhibits native and exotic animals and
is based in “humane education” or the concept of
respect and compassion for all life.
OREGON
W est Coast Game Park
46914 HW Y 101
Bandon, OR 97411
Phone: (541) 347-3106
Email: info@gameparksafari.com
W ebsite: www.gameparksafari.com
Non - AZA accredited zoos, aquaria, nature / wildlife centers & refuges
The park is a walk through safari and, due to its
breeding program, allows hands-on contact by the
public with baby animals.
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PENNSYLVANIA
Claws ’N ’ Paws W ild Animal Park
1475 Ledgedale Road
Lake Ariel, PA 18436
Phone: (570) 698-6154
W ebsite: www.clawsnpaws.com
This is a safari park which offers hands-on interactions
with some of its animal residents.
HUB-Robeson Aquarium at Penn State University
W ebsite unavailable right now.
Living Treasures Animal Park
288 Old Route 711
Jones Mills, PA 15646
Phone: (724) 593-8300
OR
422 Park Ave.
New Castle, PA 16101
Phone: (724) 924-9571
W ebsite: www.ltanimalpark.com
The parks are zoos which offer lots of up-close
interactions with their animals.
W indy Ridge W ildlife Refuge, Inc.
127 W indy Ridge Road
Acme, PA 15610
Phone: (724) 455-7161
Email: info@wrwr.org
W ebsite: www.wrwr.org
W olf Sanctuary of Pennsylvania
P.O. Box 145
Elm, PA 17521
465 Speedwell Forge Road
Lititz, PA 17543
Phone: (717) 626-4617
Email: wolfsanctuary@gmail.com
W ebsite: www.wolfsancpa.com
The sanctuary provides a naturalistic captive setting for
over 40 wolves and works to raise awareness about
wolves and their native habitat.
W oodland Zoo
3400 National Pike
Farmington, PA 15437
Phone: (724) 329-8664
The zoo is home to exotic and native species and
provides many interactive experiences to its guests.
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RHODE ISLAND
Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 Third Beach Road
Middletown, RI 02842
Phone: (401) 846-2577
Email: rcardeiro@normanbirdsanctuary.org
Robert Cardeiro, Executive Director
W ebsite: www.normanbirdsanctuary.org
This is a wildlife sanctuary which is also home to 15
education animals which are on display to the public.
SOUTH CAROLINA
Hollywild Animal Park
P.O. Box 683
Inman, SC 29349
2325 Hampton Road
W ellford, SC 29385
Phone: (864) 472-2038
Email: hollywildanimalpark@gmail.com
W ebsite: www.hollywild.com
The park offers safari rides and feeding areas where
guests can interact with and observe the animals in a
more natural setting.
International Primate Protection League
P.O. Box 766
Summerville, SC 29484
Phone: (843) 871-2280
Email: info@ippl.org
W ebsite: www.ippl.org
The IPPL maintains a Gibbon Sanctuary for some of
the primates who could not be released into the wild.
W accatee Zoological Farm
8500 Enterprise Road
Myrtle Beach, SC 29588
Phone: (843) 650-8500
Email: site_mgr@waccateezoo.com
W ebsite: www.waccateezoo.com
The zoo exhibits a collection of domestic and exotic
animals.
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SOUTH DAKOTA
Bear Country U.S.A
13820 S. Highway 16
Rapid City, SD 57702
Phone: (605) 343-2290
Email: webmaster@bearcountryusa.com
W ebsite: www.bearcountryusa.com
The park promotes conservation of native species
through exhibits, drive-through tours, and breeding
programs.
Reptile Gardens
Box 620
Rapid City, SD 57709
Phone: (605) 342-5873
1-800-335-0275
Email: getinfo@reptilegardens.com
W ebsite: www.reptilegardens.com
Reptile Gardens has one of the largest collections of
tropical plants and reptiles in the country.
Sertoma Butterfly House
4320 Oxbow Ave.
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Phone: (605) 334-9466
Email: education@sertomabutterfly.org
W ebsite: www.sertomabutterflyhouse.org
The Butterfly House provides up close interactions
with many different species of butterflies.
TENNESSEE
Rain Forest Adventures
109 Nascar Dr.
Sevierville, TN 37862
Phone: (865) 428-4091
Email: rainforest24@juno.com
W ebsite: www.rfadventures.com
The park is home to many different rain forest species
from several continents. Guests have many
opportunities to get hands-on interaction with some of
the animals.
Smoky M ountain Deer Farm Exotic Petting Zoo
478 Happy Hollow Road
Sevierville, TN 37876
Phone: (865) 428-3337
W ebsite: www.deerfarmzoo.com
The Petting Zoo is home to some exotic as well as
domestic animals.
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Tennessee Safari Park
637 Conley Road
Alamo, TX 38001
Phone: (731) 696-2400
Email: information@tennesseesafaripark.com
W ebsite: www.tennesseesafaripark.com
The park is a drive through safari featuring more than
60 species of animals. There are also many
opportunities for interactions with some of the animals.
Tiger Haven, Inc.
237 Harvey Road
Kingston, TN 37763
Phone: (865) 376-0284
Email: IndiaB@tigerhaven.org
W ebsite: www.tigerhaven.org
Tiger Haven provides sanctuary to many species of
wild cats, both native and exotic.
TEXAS
Amarillo Zoo
P.O. Box 1971
Amarillo, TX 79105
Phone: (806) 381-7911
Email: zoo@amarilloparks.org
W ebsite: www.amarillozoo.org
The zoo exhibits both native and exotic species.
The Austin Nature and Science Center
301 Nature Center Dr.
Austin, TX 78746
Phone: (512) 327-8181
W ebsite: www.ci.austin.tx.us/ansc
The Science Center exhibits animals that are native to
the area in an effort to educate the public and to
conserve the native wildlife.
Austin Zoo and Animal Sanctuary
P.O. Box 91808
Austin, TX 78709
10807 Rawhide Trail
Austin, TX 78736
Phone: (512) 288-1490
W ebsite: www.austinzoo.org
Austin Zoo is a non-profit animal sanctuary which
houses animals who have been retired from zoos or
rescued from improper care.
Clearsprings Aviaries and Zoological Gardens
5686 IH-35 South
New Braunfels, TX 78132
Phone: (830) 606-6029
W ebsite: http://www.angelfire.com/tx5/clearspgs/
The zoo specializes in the breeding of and exhibition of
exotic birds.
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The Cockrell Butterfly Center at the Houston
M useum of Natural Science
5555 Hermann Park Dr.
Houston, TX 77030
Phone: (713) 639-4629
Email: webmaster@hmns.org
W ebsite:
http://www.hmns.org/see_do/butterfly_center.asp?r=1
The Butterfly Center is a walk through butterfly house
with hundreds of specimens.
Frank Buck Zoo
1000 W . California St. at IH-35
Gainesville, TX 76240
Phone: (940) 668-4539
Email: rherman@cogtx.org
W ebsite: www.frankbuckzoo.com
The zoo is home to many different species of animals
from all over the world.
The HEARD Natural Science M useum and W ildlife
Sanctuary
1 Nature Place
McKinney, TX 75069
Phone: (972) 562-5566
Email: info@heardmuseum.org
W ebsite: www.heardmuseum.org
The museum is home to “animal ambassadors” from
around the world, including many native and exotic
species.
Natural Bridge W ildlife Ranch
26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Road
San Antonio, TX 78266
Phone: (830) 438-7400
Email: gotaquestion@W ildlifeRanchTexas.com
W ebsite: www.wildliferanchtexas.com
The ranch is modeled after an African safari.
Primarily Primates
26099 Dull Knife Trail
San Antonio, TX 78255
Phone: (830) 755-4616
Email: primarilyprimates@friendsofanimals.org
W ebsite: www.primarilyprimates.org
This is a sanctuary for exotic animals, housing mostly
primates.
W ild Animal Orphanage
P.O. Box 690422
9626 Leslie Road
San Antonio, TX 78254
Phone: (210) 688-9038
W ebsite: www.wildanimalorphanage.org
The Orphanage is home to hundreds of exotic animals
which have been rescued from conditions where they
were not cared for properly.
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UTAH
W illow Park Zoo
419 W est 700 South
P.O. Box 527
Logan, UT 84323
Phone: (435) 716-9265
Email: stacy.nimer@loganutah.org
W ebsite:
http://www.loganutah.org/parks_and_rec/willow_park/index.cfm
The zoo is home to many animals and offers
many interactive programs to its guests.
VERMONT
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
VIRGINIA
Leesburg Animal Park
19270 James Monroe HW Y
Leesburg, VA 20175
Phone: (703) 433-0002
Email: CritterPark@gmail.com
W ebsite: www.leesburganimalpark.com
The park is home to many species of native and exotic
species and also provides different interactive
programs with animals to its guests.
Luray Zoo and Reptile Center
1087 US HW Y, 21 W est
Luray, VA 22835
Phone: (540) 743-4113
W ebsite: www.lurayzoo.com
The zoo exhibits a large collection of reptiles and other
exotic animals.
M etro Richmond Zoo
8300 Beaver Bridge Road
Moseley, VA 23120
Phone: (804) 739-5666
W ebsite: www.metrorichmondzoo.com
The zoo exhibits exotic and native species in a
naturalistic setting and also provides many interactive
programs.
Natural Bridge Zoo
P.O. Box 88
5784 S Lee HW Y
Natural Bridge, VA 24578
Phone: (540) 291-2420
Email: fun@NaturalBridgeZoo.com
W ebsite: www.naturalbridgezoo.com
The zoo is a rescue and breeding zoo for exotic
animals.
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WASHINGTON
Cat Tales Zoological Park
N. 17020 Newport HW Y
Mead, W A 99021
Phone: (509) 238-4126
W ebsite: www.cattales.org
Cat Tales is a rescue organization for animals and is
also a “zoo school” where students can come to learn
the profession of zookeeping.
Cougar M ountain Zoo
19525 SE 54 th St.
Issaquah, W A 98027
Phone: (425) 391-5508
Email: CougarMZoo@aol.com
W ebsite: www.cougarmountainzoo.org
The zoo exhibits endangered animals which have a
high education value to the public to promote its
mission of educating the public in preserving the
species in the wild.
Olympic Game Farm
1423 W ard Road
Sequim, W A 98382
Phone: (360) 683-4295
Email: info@olygamefarm.com
W ebsite: www.olygamefarm.com
The farm exhibits exotic animals, many of which have
been rescued as orphans.
Pacific Science Center
200 Second Ave. North
Seattle, W A 98109
Phone: (206) 443-3631
Email: vs@pacsci.org
W ebsite: www.pacsci.org
The Science Center is home to several permanent
animal displays including a butterfly house.
Poulsbo M arine Science Center
P.O. Box 408
18743 Front St. NE
Poulsbo, W A 98345
Phone: (360) 598-4460
W ebsite: www.poulsbomsc.org
The center is still in the process of building exhibits
and collecting animals to put on permanent display but
aims to educate the pubic about the surrounding marine
ecosystems.
Seattle Bug Safari
1501 W estern Ave., Suite 304
Seattle, W A 98101
Phone: (206) 285-2847
Email: info@seattlebugsafari.com
W ebsite: www.seattlebugsafari.com
The safari houses more than 50 species of insects.
W olf Haven International
3111 Offut Lake Road SE
Tenino, W A 98589
Phone: (800) 448-9653
Email: info@wolfhaven.org
W ebsite: www.wolfhaven.org
W olf Haven rescues captive born wolves from private
owners, road side zoos and other poor conditions and
allows them a permanent, safe home.
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WEST VIRGINIA
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
WISCONSIN
Bay Beach W ildlife Sanctuary
Green Bay, W I 54302
Phone: (920) 391-3675 – Ty Baumann, Director
Email: tyba@ci.green-bay.wi.us – Ty Baumann,
Director
W ebsite: www.baybeachwildlife.com
The sanctuary is a wildlife rehabilitation center and is
home to animals which are on display.
The zoo exhibits native, exotic and domestic animals.
Bear Den W ildlife Zoo and Petting Farm
P.O. Box 322
6831 Big Bend Road
W aterford, W I 53185
Phone: (262) 895-6430
W ebsite: www.beardenzoo.com
Irvine Park Zoo
Bridgewater and HW Y 24
Chippewa Falls, W I 54729
Phone: (715) 723-0051
Email: info@irvineparkzoo.org
W ebsite: www.irvineparkzoo.org
The zoo is currently undergoing renovations to become
more modern and to maintain humane treatment for the
animals that it houses.
JoDon Farms
5907 Nicholson Road
Franksville, W I 53126
Phone: (262) 835-2777
Email: info@jodonfarms.com
W ebsite: www.jodonfarms.com
JoDon Farms is home to both domestic and exotic
animals and allows up-close contact between the guests
and the animals.
Lincoln Park Zoo1215 North 8 th St.
Manitowoc, W I 54220
Phone: (920) 683-4685
Email: jcrees@manitowoc.org
W ebsite:
http://www.manitowoc.org/parkandrec/Zoo/zoo.htm
The zoo is home to native and exotic animals and hosts
many programs for both adults and children.
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M enominee Park Zoo
520 Pratt Trail
805 W itzel – Mailing Address
Oshkosh, W I 54902
Phone: (920) 236-5316
Email: sdonnelly@ci.oshkosh.wi.us
W ebsite: http://www.ci.oshkosh.wi.us/Zoo/zoo.htm
The zoo encourages the appreciation of the native and
exotic animals that it exhibits.
Valley of the Kings Sanctuary and Retreat
W 7593 Townhall Road
Sharon, W I 53585
Phone: (262) 736-9386
Email: info@votk.org
W ebsite: ww.votk.org
Valley of the Kings provides a permanent home to
abandoned, abused and retired exotic and domestic
animals. They promote the “wildness” of animals.
W ildwood Zoo
608 W . 17 th St.
Marshfield, W I 54449
Phone: (715) 384-4642
Email: parkrec@ci.marshfield.wi.us
W ebsite: http://ci.marshfield.wi.us//pr/Zoo/
W ildwood Zoo exhibits North American animals in a
naturalistic setting.
W isconsin Rapids M unicipal Zoo
1911 Gaynor Ave.
W isconsin Rapids, W I 54494
Phone: (715) 421-8240
W ebsite: http://www.wisrapids.com/index/zoo.html
The zoo is home to a butterfly garden as well as many
exhibits.
WYOMING
No non-accredited facilities identified at this time.
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