Riverview Park & Zoo

Zoo in Peterborough, Ontario From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The Riverview Park & Zoo is a park and zoo located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada. It was founded in 1933 by Ross Dobbin, general manager of the Peterborough Utilities Commission. In 1968, the commission took over its operations. The zoo was accredited in 1985 and remains the only free admission accredited zoo in Canada. Parking is also free. It is funded through Peterborough Utilities Commission revenue and public donations. In addition to its animal exhibits, the zoo features a miniature train ride, a F-86 Sabre fighter aircraft on display, playgrounds, picnic areas and a disc golf course.[3][1]

Location1300 Water Street
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 7G4
Land area55.5 acres (22.5 ha)[1]
No. of species>40[1]
MembershipsCAZA[2]
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Riverview Park & Zoo
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Location1300 Water Street
Peterborough, Ontario
K9J 7G4
Land area55.5 acres (22.5 ha)[1]
No. of species>40[1]
MembershipsCAZA[2]
Websitehttps://www.riverviewparkandzoo.ca/en/index.aspx
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Animals at the zoo

A turtle in its habitat at Riverview Park & Zoo

The first animals to be displayed at the zoo were two alligators, gifted to Ross Dobbin at a conference.[4]

The animals currently housed at the zoo include:

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