The Phoenix Zoo opened in 1962 and is the largest privately owned, non-profit zoo in the United States. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, the zoo was founded by Robert Maytag, a member of the Maytag family, and operates on 125 acres of land in the Papago Park area of Phoenix. It has been designated as a Phoenix Point of Pride. The zoo has over 1,400 animals on display and contains 2.5 miles of walking trails. It is divided into four main themed areas or trails: The Arizona Trail (American Southwest flora and fauna), the Africa Trail (animals from Africa), the Tropics Trail (residents of the rain forests), and the Children's Trail, which includes a petting zoo. The zoo includes a sanctuary to care for animals that are endangered or unwanted. Wikipedia Accredited by Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA)
Member, World Association of Zoos & Aquariums (WAZA) Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization / Arizona Center For Nature Conservation / EIN: 86-0174843
