DZS Facts
Detroit Zoological Society
- Nonprofit organization that operates the Detroit Zoo and Belle Isle Nature Center
- Statement of purpose: Celebrating and Saving Wildlife and Wild Places
- Renowned leader in wildlife conservation, animal welfare, environmental sustainability and humane education
Detroit Zoo
- Situated on 125 acres with many naturalistic habitats
- Major exhibits include the Polk Penguin Conservation Center, Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback Adventure, Great Apes of Harambee, National Amphibian Conservation Center, Holden Reptile Conservation Center and Butterfly Garden
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- Largest paid family attraction in Michigan with more than 1.3 million visitors annually
- Home to more than 2,000 animals of more than 200 species
- Accredited by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums
Belle Isle Nature Center
- Situated on approximately 6 acres of Michigan’s forested wetland
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- Focuses on Michigan wildlife, flora and fauna
- Offers family nature programs and education programs for schools and community groups
- Admission to the Nature Center is free; however, a State of Michigan Recreation Passport is required for all vehicles to enter Belle Isle.