Of course, we encourage you to visit your local zoo to see elephants this Save the Elephant Day but here are some of the best zoos for Asian and African elephants:
Zoos For African Elephants
- San Diego Zoo: This renowned zoo is home to a large number of African Elephants and offers a variety of educational experiences related to them.
- Bronx Zoo: The largest metropolitan zoo in the US is home to several African elephants that can be seen on walks around its 265 acres.
- Singapore Zoo: Home to two African elephant herds, this Singaporean zoo is popular among visitors who come to admire these gentle giants.
- Sydney’s Taronga Zoo: Home to a small herd of African elephants, this Australian zoo has been dedicated to conserving wildlife since 1916.
Zoos For Asian Elephants
- Miami Zoo: This Florida zoo is home to four Asian elephants that roam freely around their habitat.
- Los Angeles Zoo: LAZ provides a safe habitat for its four Asian elephants with plenty of room for them to explore and play.
- Birmingham Zoo: Located in Alabama, this zoo is home to two female Asian elephants who are well cared for by the staff here.
- Oklahoma City Zoo: OKCZ has five Asian elephants that live in an expansive habitat where they can move about freely.
- Houston Zoo: Houston Zoo has an incredible Asian elephant exhibit with babies
