Out of Africa Wildlife Park
| Out of Africa Wildlife Park | |
|---|---|
 Interactive map of Out of Africa Wildlife Park | |
| Date opened | 2005 |
| Location | Camp Verde, Arizona |
| Major exhibits | African Bush Safari, Tiger Splash, Predator Feed Experience, Giant Snake Show, Predator Zip Line |
| Website | Official website |
Out of Africa Wildlife Park is a wildlife park and zoo in Camp Verde, Arizona.[1][2] It was opened to the public in 2005.[3] Compared to traditional zoos, the park features spacious habitats where exotic animals from around the world are able to roam freely, allowing for a more naturalistic view of wildlife.[4]
History
[edit]The park was originally founded in 1988 by Dean and Prayeri Harrison with the mission of bringing people, animals, and nature together in a natural setting. Initially located in Fountain Hills, Arizona, the park moved to its current location in Camp Verde in 2005 to accommodate its growing collection of animals and visitors.[5][6]
In April 2024, an orphaned mountain lion cub was transferred to the park from the Adobe Mountain Wildlife Facility. This rescue was facilitated by the Tohono Oʼodham Nation and the Arizona Game and Fish Department, as reintroduction into the wild was not viable due to the cub's young age and lack of survival skills.[7]
Conservation
[edit]The park collaborates with organizations such as the Arizona Game and Fish Department and the Katie Adamson Conservation Fund to support wildlife rescue and conservation initiatives.[8]
Gallery
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Hyena -
Lion
References
[edit]- ^ Jeff Heisner. "Out of Africa Wildlife Park a great Arizona attraction". KNXV. Retrieved January 16, 2016.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Josh Frigerio. "Rescued tigers at Out of Africa Wildlife Park receive new names: Gabriel and Journey". KNXV. Retrieved January 16, 2016.[permanent dead link]
- ^ "Water buffalo enjoy new concrete pool at Out of Africa". Verde Independent. Retrieved January 16, 2016.[permanent dead link]
- ^ Day, Sloth Of The (February 24, 2024). "Exploring Sloths at Out of Africa Wildlife Park". Sloth Of The Day. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ ooawildlife@gmail.com (January 19, 2023). "The Legacy of Dean Harrison". Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ "Not So Native - Dean Harrison". www.notsonativepodcast.com. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ ooawildlife@gmail.com (January 19, 2023). "The Legacy of Dean Harrison". Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
- ^ "Home". Out of Africa Wildlife Park. Retrieved June 10, 2024.
Further reading
[edit]- Harrison, Dean (October 1, 1998). Return To Eden. Out of Africa Wildlife Park. ISBN 9780966508703. OCLC 42712773.
External links
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