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Published: January 11, 2007

How many Mhorr gazelles reside at the Philadelphia Zoo? Mhorr than exist in the wilderness, and that's no joke.

The Philadelphia Zoo, famed for being America's first zoo, contains over 1,500 animals, many of which are endangered species. Since opening their gates on July 1, 1874, the 42-acre zoo has successfully cultivated habitats, interactive exhibits, a children's zoo and educational programs. The Philadelphia Zoo even features a balloon ride enabling visitors a panoramic view of the Philadelphia skyline, the zoo and the Schuylkill River.

With exhibits ranging from Big Cats to the Dodge Rare Animal Conservation Center, tourists are offered an array of experiences and knowledge that may seem too vast to collect in one visit. Fortunately, the zoo provides patrons a way to continue learning through the many books, games, audio/visual products and toys available for purchase at the Zoo gift shop or store.

The Zoo store provides an assortment of merchandise. Best-selling items include stuffed toy menageries and high-quality apparel for men, women and children. Available in a variety of colors and styles, these products are always in demand due to their quality and affordability.

Other popular items sold in the Zoo store include plush toys, sweatshirts, games, photos, souvenirs and books. Young children will enjoy playing with a hand-painted set of wild animals while older kids may enjoy a game of Wild Animalopoly, a zoo version of the popular board game Monopoly.

As the leading family attraction in the Philadelphia region, the Philadelphia Zoo focuses on education, recreation and discovery. It provides unique opportunities through memberships and the Adopt-an-Animal program. Group packages, special rates, amenities and coupons can also be found through their highly comprehensive website.

The Philadelphia Zoo's hours of operation are daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. during the In-Season ( March-November) and 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. during the Winter Season (December-February). Admission prices vary according to season. During the In-Season, tickets cost $16.95 for adults and $13.95 for children ages 2-11. During Winter Season tickets for adults and children cost $12.95. Philadelphia Zoo members and children under the age of 2 receive free admission.

The Philadelphia Zoo promotes a compelling way to educate patrons through the zoo's tours, programs, exhibits and merchandise. At reasonable rates, the zoo receives more than 1.1 million visitors a year . Due to its dedication to providing quality interactive experiences, the Philadelphia Zoo will continue to remain a cherished family attraction.


Sources:
Mhorr Gazelle. 2004. The Living Desert. 6 Jan. 2007 .
Philadelphia Zoo. Wikipedia. 7 Jan. 2007. 7 Jan. 2007 .
The Philadelphia Zoo.2007. 7 Jan. 2007 .
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