Riverview Park & Zoo

Coordinates: 44°20′34.7″N 78°18′34.3″W / 44.342972°N 78.309528°W

Riverview Park & Zoo
Location Peterborough, Ontario, CAN
Land area 55.5 acres (22.5 ha)[1]
Number of species >40[1]
Memberships CAZA[2]
Website http://www.peterboroughutilities.ca/Park_and_Zoo

The Riverview Park & Zoo is a zoo located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. Riverview Park and Zoo began in 1933 when the venue was opened by Ross Dobbin and is now owned by the City of Peterborough (since 1968 operated and maintained by the Peterborough Utilities Group). In addition to its animal exhibits, the zoo features a miniature train ride, a F-86 Sabre fighter aircraft on display and the park contains a disc golf course. Admission and parking is free.[1]

Animals at the Zoo


Opened in 1998, the primate house is home to approximately 20 monkeys, reptiles and birds.

References

  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 "Features and Attractions". peterboroughutilities.ca. Peterborough Utilities Group. Retrieved 27 April 2010.
  2. ↑ "Members' Directory, Accredited Institution". caza.ca. Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Retrieved 24 April 2010.

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