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Most animals here were confiscated from private circuses and home zoos due to the nationwide prohibition in 2015. Even though the story is not the happiest, the animals here are in better conditions than before and their own health is under supervision of zoo keepers, zoo vets and animal biologists. There is a hard work behind those bars and hopefully they find a sanctuary with enough space or bigger facilities in other places. In the meantime, their life condition is the priority and they gained weight and are monitored all the time. Many people see a lot of species for the first time in their lives and maybe it would be the only time they could do that. The zoo requires a lot of resources for the number of animals they have, and some new baby animals are walking their first steps here. I do not know if they accept volunteers, but any kind of help shall be appreciated not for the money, not for the name, but for all the animals there. This planet is from every living creature which exists, so let's work together to help those cute eyes enjoying their existence. It is difficult to see both sides of the bars and it is easy to judge, but really, it is a big job to take care of them. Do not take me wrong, I appreciate any effort to make them feel and live better, and each of them has a previous story, for sure sadder than I can imagine, but now the pros are giving a hand to keep them healthier considering they have no other place to go so far, because natural habitats are not an option due to their previous learned habits. Maybe it could help if they have a real-life story explanation of every survivor living here. Culture and information will help the previous, current and new generations respect all the living creatures from an ant to a whale. I saw many animals I had not seen since many years ago. Let's keep on loving them, no matter what and thank the real dedicated professionals who also love animals for their essence and not for money. Consider this zoo is not charging any fee to enter, so the expenses are completely covered by donations and official monthly and annual budget. I feel life is full of catch-22s for loving, watching, thinking, thanking and wishing for the future best.
Teacher David de la PeñaTeacher David de la Peña
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This is such a nice zoo/park to come spend the day at. I've been to zoos all over Canada, U.S.A, and Spain. And I have to say I'm very impressed with this one moreso. The animals looked very well cared for, and they had a nice variety to look at. The only downside I'd say is that the tigers and jaguars need more space. They didn't look too happy, and big cats like that need bigger enclosures so they can run around more. I loved that the spider monkeys were swinging free in the trees, and the iguanas freely roamed about. It was nice to get close to the peacocks and see them in a huge area just hanging out. There was also a train ride for only 1 peso. This was a nice addition that I've never seen in a zoo before. The ride took you around the perimeter of the park. It was nice to see the animals from that point of view. You won't go hungry here either. There's many food/dessert vendors. It's hard to decide what to have as all of the food options look and smell good. I ate an empanizado from the Maya original ricas tortas. It was tasty and filling. If you have kids, there's lots to do that caters to them, including some amusement rides and vendors for candy and toys to buy. It's a great place in nature overall for adults, kids, and families. :)
BevBev
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Good place to hang out for a few hours. The zoo is shady, well laid out and it has some interesting exhibits. My favorites were the big cats like the lions, the jaguars, the pumas, and the panthers. The monkeys seem to be the main attraction for kids and they (the monkeys) can be quite entertaining. Some of the cages seem crowded but the animals are well fed, and they seem healthy and content. Decent and inexpensive food court where we had chicken tamales for 15 pesos each, kibi (not sure that's how it's spelled), for 10 pesos, and chicken empeñada for 15 pesos. The entrance is free, so that makes it a very inexpensive day out. There is an ice cream parlor in the food court as well, but it was closed when we visited. Great place to bring the kids, and if you do, there's a free mini train ride that they are sure to enjoy. Have fun!
Marc MMarc M
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The zoological park of Merida is a must go if you are traveling with children. The entry is free and the park does include some playgrounds and several cheap dining or snacking opportunities. It is so easy to view the animals as the distance from the barricade to the enclosures is very small. But as pointed out before, the animals are not in every enclosure in ethical husbandry. This is a major point and we donated some pesos for the zoo. There are two more zoological parks in Merida with much better husbandry but they are quite a bit out of the city centre. The husbandry here is the only reason for taking of one/nearly two stars.
Emanuel HeilEmanuel Heil
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Free admission. We have been coming to Merida for 9 years and have never been to the zoo. We didn't know what to expect about a zoo in Mexico but we were impressed with what we saw. The animals looked like they were well cared for and had some pretty big spaces to roam around in. They even have giraffes, zebras, lots of tigers and lions, hippos, many birds, monkeys, turtles etc. Lots to see and it was very well cared for. There's a train running around the zoo for the kiddies and also a chairlift. There are lots of choices for snacks and food and there are washrooms on the premises. A nice day outing in Merida!
Todd JunckTodd Junck
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The zoo in downtown Merida is a fantastic, family-friendly destination that’s free to enter. It features an impressive range of animals, including lions, hippos, reptiles, monkeys, a white tiger, and even a black panther. We love the experience here – the $1 peso train ride around the zoo is a fun addition, and the small local vendors offer tasty food, ice cream, and toys. There's also a charming amusement park section with additional ride costs. Merida’s focus on family activities is evident, making this zoo a perfect spot for a fun day out. Highly recommended!
Nicole R. Carmier HatchNicole R. Carmier Hatch
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Av. Itzaes s/n x 59, Centro, 97000 Mérida, Yuc., Mexico
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attractions: Museo de Historia Natural, restaurants: Café Montejo, Bakery, baked goods Family, SushiMix Centenario, Placer & Delirio, TACOS & YARDAS, Taqueria Dany II, El Rincón de los Girasoles, Pollo Brujo Centenario- Restaurante, Johannes Comfort Food and Bar, Hojaldras Rossana

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