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Tacoma, Washington
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The zoo houses the endangered Sumatran tiger and the only hammerhead sharks on exhibit in the Pacific Northwest.
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium actively participates in over 30 conservation projects worldwide, focusing on species like the red wolf and the Sumatran tiger.
Established in 1905, Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is one of the oldest zoos in the United States.
The zoo is situated within Point Defiance Park, a 760-acre urban park that offers hiking trails, gardens, and scenic views of Puget Sound.
The zoo offers a variety of educational programs, including Zoo Camps and Keeper for a Day, designed to engage children and adults alike in wildlife conservation.
The aquarium section of the zoo features a 240,000-gallon tank showcasing marine life from the Pacific Ocean, including jellyfish, sea otters, and octopuses.
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is a key player in the Red Wolf Recovery Program, helping to reintroduce this critically endangered species into the wild.
The zoo hosts popular seasonal events such as Zoolights, where the grounds are transformed with over 700,000 lights during the holiday season.
