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Melbourne Zoo, in the suburb of Parkville in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, opened in 1862 and is the country's oldest zoo. Spread across roughly 22 hectares, it housed 3,742 animals of 243 species as of 2021, displaying gorillas, orangutans, koalas and more within African, Asian and Australian bioclimatic zones. It recorded Australia's first gorilla birth in 1984.

Exterior of Melbourne Zoo
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Basic Information

Melbourne Zoo basic information
TypeZoo
LocationAustraliaMelbourne, Victoria
OpenedUnconfirmed
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FAQ

When did Melbourne Zoo open?
It opened on 6 October 1862 and is the oldest zoo in Australia. Source
How many animals does the zoo hold?
As of 2021 it held 3,742 animals across 243 species. Source
Learn More About This Facility’s Animals 350 species

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