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Zoo Miami to create Zoo Miami Safari Park in joint venture with San Diego Zoo
MIAMI (July 9, 2021) - Modeled on San Diego Zoo Safari Park.
Wildlife sanctuary, home to more than 2,000 animals representing more than 200 species. Open 365 days a year
“Africa will come to life in Miami at Zoo Miami Safari Park,” said Eric Stephens, Zoo Miami director. “Visitors will encounter many of the animals now in our zoo in an open setting that closely matches their native environment. We will have more experiences such as the African Tram Safari that are part of a guided tour to see rhinos, giraffes, antelope, gazelles and more as they roam the huge field exhibits.”
800-acre reserve on undeveloped land now part of Zoo Miami.
Hands-on safari experience where herds of animals roam natural habitats
Expeditions and safaris by tram, caravan truck, cart, Segway, zip line and hot-air balloon
Summer camps, conservation corps and school trip opportunities.
“We are enthused to be working with one of the top zoos in the United States,” said Douglas G.
Myers, executive director of San Diego Zoo Global. “We foresee many ways we can create in
Miami the learning experiences and conservation successes of our safari park.”
Mission statement: “San Diego Zoo Global is committed to saving species worldwide by uniting our expertise in animal care and conservation science with our dedication to inspiring passion for nature.”
San Diego Zoo Global will provide technical advice on addition of species and migration of
Zoo Miami animals to the new safari park.
Facilities for catered weddings, parties and other group events
Plans call for construction to begin in mid-2019, with first phase opening the following year.
Complete construction is expected to last four years.
Staffers from San Diego will assist in planning and construction, but will not manage park.
Zoo Miami will announce which animals will be moved from zoo to safari park at a later date.
“We are enthused to be working with one of the top zoos in the United States,” said Douglas G.
Myers, executive director of San Diego Zoo Global. “We foresee many ways we can create in
Miami the learning experiences and conservation successes of our safari park.”
Costs are being covered through gifts of donors to be announced at dedication and fundraising events of Zoological Society of Florida.
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