Zoo Miami

Zoo Miami, also known as The Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens, is a large zoological park and garden in Miami. Located in southwest Miami-Dade and also described as being in South Dade, it is the largest zoo in Florida and the fifth largest in the United States. The zoo occupies nearly 750 acres and is home to more than 2,000 animals representing over 375 species, including more than 130 threatened or endangered species. Originally established in 1948 at Crandon Park in Key Biscayne, it later relocated in 1980. Zoo Miami also offers various admission programs and discounted ticket options for eligible guests.