Port Harcourt Zoo (also known as PH Zoo) is a state owned zoological park in Port Harcourt city of Rivers State in Nigeria. The zoo was established in 1974 by military governor Alfred Diete-Spiff and was officially opened to the public on 1 October 1975.[1][2]
| Port Harcourt Zoo | |
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| 4°48′40″N 7°2′48″E / 4.81111°N 7.04667°E | |
| Date opened | 1 October 1975 |
| Location | Trans Amadi, Rivers State, Nigeria |
| Major exhibits | 67 |
| Owner | State owned |
Located within the Trans Amadi industrial layout in Rivers State, Port Harcourt Zoo has been ranked among the major tourist attractions in the city and is considered one of Nigeria's leading conservation centers.[3] The Port Harcourt International Airport is approximately 14 miles (22.5 km) northwest of the park.[4]
By 18 June 2012, the Rivers State government had announced plans to introduce new animals to the zoo and completely revamp its state to match global standards.[5] The zoo is home to numerous exception creature species, for example, lion, cobra, monkeys, chimpanzees, turtles, crocodile and numerous winged animals species.[6] The ends of the week are the time when the zoo is most disparaged, and all things considered.[6] On Sunday visits you get the chance to witness the nourishing of the creatures, particularly the lions.[6] Inside the zoo,you will discover the historical center where two lions and lioness were preserved[6] These two animals were executed by electric shock when they assaulted and ate the zoo specialist who came to encourage them and neglected to bolt the pen[6]
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edit- ^ "Enchanted by Port Harcourt's Wildlife Park". Naijatreks.com. 26 September 2011. Archived from the original on 14 July 2014. Retrieved 7 June 2014.
- ^ Akasike, Chukwudi (28 July 2012). "Depleting wildlife in Port Harcourt". The Punch. Archived from the original on 4 June 2014. Retrieved 7 June 2014.
- ^ Abah, Simon (2 December 2013). "A visit to the Port Harcourt zoo". The Punch. Archived from the original on 10 December 2013. Retrieved 7 June 2014.
- ^ "Port Harcourt Zoo (Port Harcourt)". Wikimapia. Retrieved 7 June 2014.
- ^ "PH Zoo: RSG Targets World Standard". The Tide. Port Harcourt, Nigeria: Rivers State Newspaper Corporation. 18 June 2012. Retrieved 7 June 2014.
- ^ a b c d e "HelloTravel: Book Tour Packages | Holiday Packages & Travel Planning". www.hellotravel.com. Retrieved 1 May 2023.
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