Animal lovers have it pretty good in Missouri, especially with its many zoos and wildlife parks.  Travel & Leisure recently named the Saint Louis Zoo one of the top nine zoos in the United States. The zoo earned props for its more than 500 residents, its free admission, and its conservation efforts, making it a prime destination for Missourians and out-of-state visitors.

The Saint Louis Zoo offers a fun and an affordable way to spend a few hours or an entire day.
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While its many residents and free admission are huge selling points, Travel & Leisure also recognized the zoo because of its “innovative approach to animal care and wildlife conservation.”
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It notes the zoo’s creation of The Wildcare Institute and The Institute for Conservation Medicine. Since 2014 the Wildcare Institute has supported initiatives in Missouri, and around the world, that helps protect animals from poaching, disease, and takeover of their habitats.
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The Institute for Conservation Medicine, on the other hand, focuses on research that benefits human, animal, and public health.
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The zoo also makes it easy for everyday Americans to do their part to help animals and the environment, providing tips for Do-It-Yourself Conservation.
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Those who are interested in learning more about conservation can sign up for online educational programs, with programs geared toward individuals in all age groups. Learn more.
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The zoo itself is a fun way to spend time with the family, to come face-to-face with animals species from around the world, and to enjoy some delicious food at the restaurants and food stands.
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Find days, hours, and more on the official website of the Saint Louis Zoo. Or, go here for Facebook.
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Have you been to the Saint Louis Zoo in Missouri? Do you agree that it’s one of the country’s best? Join the conversation in the comments! For another fun day among the animals, plan a visit to the popular Dickerson Park Zoo in Springfield.

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