Scovill Zoo

United States

Scovill Zoo in Decatur, Illinois, is one of 210 zoos accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums with 96 species spanning six continents and around 500 animals in residence. The zoo originally started out as a farm in 1967 when the Kiwanis Club donated money for its construction. Scovill Zoo has its own chapter of the AAZK or American Association of Zoo Keepers. The zoo participates in a large number of conservation projects and education.

Animals

Alligator Axolotl Bat Camel Cheetah Eagle Flamingo Frog Iguana Lemur Leopard Lion Meerkat Monkey Owl Parrot Peacock Penguin Red panda Rhinoceros Snake Snow leopard Tortoise Toucan Turtle Wolf Zebra

Details

Opened: 1967
Members: AZA, AAZK
Location: Decatur, Illinois, United States
Zoo Name: Scovill Zoo
Date Opened: 1967
Num Animals: 400
Num Species: 96
Accreditation: AZA
Publictransit: DPTS