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Neuwied Zoo

Neuwied, Rheinland-Pfalz
Founded 1970
13.5 Hectares

Scenic zoo with over 1,800 animals from 200 species on a hill above the Rhine. Known for successful breeding of endangered species.

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Notable Animals

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Acinonyx jubatus
Vulnerable
Acinonyx jubatus

Cheetah

Cheetahs in a spacious open enclosure.

🌍 Afrika
🍽️ Carnivore
βš–οΈ 21–72 kg
⏳ 10–12 Jahre
🏞️ African savannas and grasslands
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Cheetahs accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 3 seconds – faster than most sports cars.

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Ailurus fulgens
Endangered
Ailurus fulgens

Red Panda

Red pandas in a forested elevated area.

🌏 Asien
🍽️ Herbivore
βš–οΈ 3–6 kg
⏳ 8–14 Jahre
🏞️ Mountain forests of the Himalayas
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The red panda was scientifically described 48 years before the giant panda.

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Macropus giganteus
Least Concern
Macropus giganteus

Grey Giant Kangaroo

One of the largest kangaroo species, living in large groups.

🌍 Australien
🍽️ Herbivore
βš–οΈ 17–66 kg
⏳ 10–15 Jahre
🏞️ Forests and grasslands of eastern Australia
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Zoo Neuwied keeps the largest herd of grey giant kangaroos outside Australia.

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Spheniscus humboldti
Vulnerable
Spheniscus humboldti

Humboldt Penguin

South American penguin, named after the naturalist Alexander von Humboldt.

🌎 Südamerika
🍽️ Piscivore
βš–οΈ 3–5 kg
⏳ 15–20 Jahre
🏞️ Coasts of Chile and Peru
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Humboldt penguins dig nesting burrows in guano deposits along the coast.

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Pan troglodytes
Endangered
Pan troglodytes

Chimpanzee

Our closest relatives, highly intelligent and social.

🌍 Afrika
🍽️ Omnivore
βš–οΈ 30–60 kg
⏳ 40–50 Jahre
🏞️ Tropical forests and savannas of Central and West Africa
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Chimpanzees use tools like sticks to fish for termites.

Special Features

Exotarium
Penguin Exhibit
Petting Zoo