Zoo

Berlin Zoological Garden

Berlin, Berlin

Founded 1844

35 Hectares

Germany's oldest zoo, founded in 1844, is home to over 20,000 animals from around 1,200 species. Famous for its panda exhibit and the attached Berlin Aquarium.

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Notable Animals

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Ailuropoda melanoleuca

Vulnerable

Ailuropoda melanoleuca

Giant Panda

Symbol of conservation and visitor favorite.

🌏 Asien

🍽️ Herbivore

⚖️ 70–125 kg

⏳ 20–30 Jahre

🏞️ Mountain forests of central China

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A panda eats up to 38 kg of bamboo daily and spends 14 hours a day eating.

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Gorilla gorilla

Critically Endangered

Gorilla gorilla

Gorilla

Western lowland gorillas in a modern enclosure.

🌍 Afrika

🍽️ Herbivore

⚖️ 70–200 kg

⏳ 35–50 Jahre

🏞️ Tropical rainforests of West Africa

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Gorillas share 98.3% of their DNA with humans.

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Hippopotamus amphibius

Vulnerable

Hippopotamus amphibius

Hippopotamus

Impressive hippos with underwater viewing opportunities.

🌍 Afrika

🍽️ Herbivore

⚖️ 1.300–3.200 kg

⏳ 40–50 Jahre

🏞️ Rivers and lakes of Africa

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Hippos secrete a reddish substance that acts as natural sunscreen.

Special Features

Berlin Aquarium

Panda Pavilion

Nocturnal Animal House