Darling Downs Zoo Explained
Darling Downs Zoo is a zoo situated in Pilton, Queensland, Australia.[2] The zoo is divided into four separate geographical areas featuring animals mostly from Africa, South America, South-East Asia and Australia.[3]
History
The zoo was closed from 27 March to 9 June 2020 due to government restrictions during the COVID-19 pandemic in Australia.[4] [5] As the zoo had large carnivores it had problems feeding them. It relied on bank loans and generous people to cover costs, and also set up a crowdfunding page to raise money.[6] [7] The zoo has since re-opened to the public.
Species
Species at the zoo from different regions (continent alphabetical below) include:
- Africa
- Americas
- Asia
- Australia
- Eurasia
External links
- Country Zoo. Landline, Woodward, Jenny (29 October 2016). Australian Broadcasting Corporation. Retrieved 30 January 2021.
Notes and References
- Web site: Darling Downs Zoo brings a taste of Africa to small Queensland town of Pilton. 1 January 2020 . . Landline . Woodward . Jenny . 28 October 2016.
- Web site: ZAA Accredited Member Location Map . 1 January 2020 . Zoo and Aquarium Association.
- Web site: About the Zoo. 1 January 2020 . Darling Downs Zoo.
- Web site: ZOO CLOSED - Darling Downs Zoo . www.darlingdownszoo.com.au . Darling Downs Zoo . 30 January 2021 . en-au . 27 March 2020.
- Web site: WE'RE OPEN AGAIN!!! – THE DAY HAS FINALLY ARRIVED!! . www.darlingdownszoo.com.au . Darling Downs Zoo . 30 January 2021 . en-au . 9 June 2020.
- News: Roberts . George . Staff, volunteers pay for zoo animals' food as coronavirus cripples wildlife parks, sanctuaries . 30 January 2021 . www.abc.net.au . Australian Broadcasting Corporation . 16 April 2020 . en-AU.
- News: Sanders . Belinda . Darling Downs Zoo set to reopen after 11 weeks without visitors . 30 January 2021 . www.abc.net.au . ABC Southern Qld . 9 June 2020 . en-AU.
