Ähtärin Eläinpuisto, Finland
Posted by: kapikata
N 62° 32.134 E 024° 11.155
35V E 355233 N 6937000
Ähtäri Zoo was established in 1973, and this natural wildlife park is the first of its kind in Finland.
Waymark Code: WM86FN
Location: Finland
Date Posted: 02/07/2010
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An elk named Köpi was the first animal to arrive at Ähtäri Zoo. Wolves and lynx arrived a few years later. Nevertheless, the most famous residents of the Animal Park are Santeri the bear and his mate Santra, who have lived in the Park almost ever since its establishment. At present, Ähtäri Zoo houses 65 animal species, most of which come from the coniferous forest zone. The Park's latest arrivals are the snow leopards, donated by the Korkeasaari Zoo in honour of the Animal Park's 30th jubilee year.
Zoo Website address: [Web Link]
Admission Cost: Not Listed
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Visit Instructions:
Please tell us a story about your visit to the zoo and the date of your visit. Additional photos, especially animals, are appreciated, but not required.