John Ball Zoo Grand Rapids
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| Address |
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| Telephone |
(616)336-4301 |
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On Fulton Ave. – one mile W. of downtown Grand Rapids (1300 W. Fulton) |
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| Prices: |
Admission: Summer (mid-May-mid-Sept): $7.50 adults, $5.50 kids 3-13, $6.50 Seniors, and kids 2 and under free.
Off Season (mid-Sept-mid-May) $3.50 adults and seniors, $3.00 kids 3-13, and kids 2 and under free
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| Area: |
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No of Species |
No of Animals |
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Star
Rating |
| Mammals |
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144 |
Conservation |
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| Birds |
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485 |
Enclosures |
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| Reptiles |
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83 |
Education |
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| Amphibians |
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459 |
Recreation |
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| Fish |
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477 |
Research |
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| Total |
0 |
1648 |
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This critique last updated:
Feb 2008
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Official Description JOHN BALL ZOO is a 30-acre Zoo within a 200 acre park in the heart of Grand Rapids Michigan. The Zoo boasts a collection of over 1800 animals and is a leader in Zoo interactive experiences. Mammals: A troop of 6 chimpanzees, 2 Grizzly bears, otters, Pumas, Snow Leopards, Tiger, Wart Hogs, Duikers, and a variety of monkeys. The Treasure of the Tropics building contains an impressive collection of reptiles and amphibians along with many small primates. Seasonal exhibits include: Stingray Lagoon with touchable Stingrays, Sharks & new Horseshoe crabs, 2 petting corrals – Farm animals and a dozen baby pygmy goats, walk thru wallabies, camel rides, and an aviary containing 300 colorful budgies that can be fed. Non-animal attractions include a 4-story, 300-foot Zipline and an all new High-Ropes Course. Opening this summer (2008): LIONS OF LAKE MANYARA – a pride of three tree-climbing lions and an all new FROG exhibit
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