Thursday, April 8, 2010

Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park

Santa Ana Zoo at Prentice Park-Spread out over 20 acres, the Santa Ana Zoo is a great place to explore a variety of different animals and ecosystems. Visitors to the zoo will find a rain forest, an aviary, and many other exhibits that will both educate and entertain. The zoo was founded in 1952 by a local citrus farmer named Joseph Prentice. He agreed to donate the land to the city, but had two conditions: that the attraction be named after him, and that there always be at least 50 monkeys on exhibit at the zoo at all times.Today, the zoo has honored his requests, and yes, it always keeps at least 50 monkeys within on the premises at all times, including such species as the Black Howler Monkey, the Silver Langur, the Golden Lion Tamarin, and others. The zoo is home to over 249 animals, so you'll definitely get a chance to see a wide variety of creatures here. In addition to showcasing animals and aiding in conservation efforts, the Santa Ana Zoo also puts on great events throughout the year, including a Zoo birthday party, safaris, Sunset at the Zoo concerts, and others. For lodging in Anaheim select hotels in Anaheim California.

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