Darling Downs Zoo

Darling Downs Zoo is a zoo situated in Pilton, Queensland, Australia.[3] The zoo is divided into four separate geographical areas featuring animals from Africa, South America, South-east Asia and Australia. [4]

Darling Downs Zoo
Date opened2004
LocationPilton, Queensland, Australia
Coordinates27.892277°S 152.020035°E / -27.892277; 152.020035
Land area50 acres (20 ha)[1]
No. of animals500 (approx.)[2]
No. of species100+
MembershipsZoo and Aquarium Association (ZAA)[3]
Websitewww.darlingdownszoo.com.au

History

The zoo was closed from 27 March to 9 June 2020 due to government restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia.[5][6] As the zoo had large carnivores it had problems feeding them. It relied on bank loans and generous people to cover costs, and also set up a crowdfunding page to raise money.[7][2]

Species
Africa
Asia
Australia
Reptiles
South America

References
  1. Woodward, Jenny (28 October 2016). "Darling Downs Zoo brings a taste of Africa to small Queensland town of Pilton". Landline. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 1 January 2020.
  2. Sanders, Belinda (9 June 2020). "Darling Downs Zoo set to reopen after 11 weeks without visitors". www.abc.net.au. ABC Southern Qld. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  3. "ZAA Accredited Member Location Map". Zoo and Aquarium Association. Retrieved 1 January 2020.
  4. "About the Zoo". Darling Downs Zoo. Retrieved 1 January 2020.
  5. "ZOO CLOSED - Darling Downs Zoo". www.darlingdownszoo.com.au. Darling Downs Zoo. 27 March 2020. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  6. "WE'RE OPEN AGAIN!!! – THE DAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!!". www.darlingdownszoo.com.au. Darling Downs Zoo. 9 June 2020. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  7. Roberts, George (16 April 2020). "Staff, volunteers pay for zoo animals' food as coronavirus cripples wildlife parks, sanctuaries". www.abc.net.au. Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
  • Official website
  • Country Zoo. Landline, Woodward, Jenny (29 October 2016). Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
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