History: Initially the Red River Zoo started on a mere 8 acre land. However after the zoo gained AZA accreditation the total amount of land became 33 acres. Many farm buildings were modified for the present use in the zoo. In the past the land was basically without any natural vegetation and so in order to change the whole character of the barren land, over 500 trees and shrubs were planted along with the construction of 5 to 6 ponds connected with small flowing streams. The Red River Zoo is open for the public in between the month of May and September. In the year 1995, Warren and Irene Diederich of West Fargo donated a 1928 Carousel to the Red River Zoo.
Zoo Animals: The Red River Zoo houses more than 300 animals from about 75 different species. Several unique endangered species have also found their place in the zoo. Take a look at some of them:
- Red Panda
- Sichuan Takin
- White-naped Crane
- Slender-tailed Meerkat
- Bactrian Camel
- White-lipped Deer
Besides the above list of animals there are regular arrivals of many other species from time to time.
Quick Information:
Address: 4220 21st Ave SW
Fargo, North Dakota
Phone: 701-277-9240
Fax: 701-277-9238
Opening Hours: 10am to 8pm
Charges: $5.50 - Adults,
$4.50 - Seniors over 60yrs
$3.50 - Children 2-14yrs
Children under 2 free, Members free
For more information visit to www.northdakotaxl.com
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