What is the largest zoo in the world?

The North Carolina Zoo is over 2000 acres (810 ha) is the largest walk-through zoo in the world, and one of only two state-owned zoos in the United States. The NC Zoo has over 1,600 animals from more than 250 species primarily representing Africa and North America. read more

As one of the world’s oldest metropolitan zoos, this zoo is built to incorporate the Bronx River among its displays of over 4,000 total animals representing about 650 different species. The zoo itself comprises 265 acres of park property and naturalistic lands, making it one of the largest zoos in the world. read more

The world’s largest zoos can be measured multiple ways, but the best way is to consider the number of species held in captivity and the total land area of the zoo. With this in mind, here is a list of the top 10 largest zoos in the world. read more