Breeding programs at Zoo Basel
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The breeding programs at Zoo Basel have had many highlights since the zoo's opening in 1874. These include the worldwide first zoo births of an Indian rhinoceros and greater flamingo hatch,[1] as well as the first European gorilla birth.[2] Due to Zoo Basel's successful breeding programs, it manages the international studbook for the Indian rhinoceros[3] and the pygmy hippopotamus, as well as several European studbooks.
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Date opened | July 3, 1874 |
Location | Basel, Switzerland |
Land area | 32.12 acres (13.00 ha) |
No. of animals | 6,894 (2008 – about 5,000 in the aquarium) |
No. of species | 645 (2008) |
Memberships | 20 different organizations – among others: Association of Zoos and Aquariums |
Website | www |
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