Indian River Reptile and Dinosaur Park
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| Location | Indian River, Ontario |
| No. of species | 200 |
Indian River Reptile and Dinosaur Park is a small reptile zoo located in
Attractions
The Indian River Reptile and Dinosaur Park is host to more than 200 different reptiles.[2] While some of the reptiles are of species which are native to Canada, there is also large number of species which are native to other parts of the world. The zoo is also known for its popular rattlesnake exhibit, which is also the largest in Canada.
The Indian River Reptile and Dinosaur Park also features more than 50 life size dinosaurs and other prehistoric creatures.[3] They also feature a mobile dinosaur exhibit for educational or entertainment events.[4]
The outdoor Croc-Walk features hundreds of live Crocodiles[5]
Conservation
Although the zoo offers visitors the opportunity to see a wide range of reptiles, much of its focus is also on the preservation and conservation of all reptile species. This effort includes staffing of highly trained and passionate zoo keepers who help educate the public and spread awareness, as well as various ongoing conservation programs.
See also
References
- ^ "Canada's Accredited Zoos and Aquariums Member Institutions". caza.ca. Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Archived from the original on 24 July 2013. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- ^ "About our Zoo". reptilezoo.org. Indian River Reptile Zoo. Retrieved 9 August 2013.
- ^ "Dinosaurs".
- ^ "Rent-A-Dinosaur".
- ^ "Croc-Walk".
External links
- Indian River Reptile and Dinosaur Park Official Website
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