f you’re looking for the best places to observe orangutans in their natural habitat, look no further! There are over 50 institutions accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) in Canada, the US, Mexico, and South America that house orangutans. Here are 10 of the best zoos to observe orangutans:
- Smithsonian’s National Zoo – Washington D.C., USA
- San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants – San Diego, California, USA
- Los Angeles Zoo – Los Angeles, California, USA
- Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center – Indianapolis, Indiana, USA
- Louisville Zoo – Louisville, Kentucky, USA
- San Francisco Zoo & Gardens – San Francisco, California, USA
- Zoo Atlanta – Atlanta Georgia, USA
- Philadelphia Zoo – Philadelphia Pennsylvania, USA
- Chester Zoo – Chester England
- Toronto Zoo – Toronto Ontario, Canada
At these zoos, you can learn about orangutans and their habitats while observing them up close in their natural environment! You can also participate in research projects and conservation efforts to help protect these endangered animals from extinction!
