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In the early years the only encounter that the average metropolitan denizen had with the subjects of the animal kingdom was through travelling circuses that more or less stripped the dignity and the beastly appeal of its brutes down that of sideshow freaks. Though starting out as attractions for putting animals on caged display, modern zoos have evolved into incorporating more humane treatment towards its fur, feather and scale covered residents. The Oregon Zoo is one such venue that has been developed over the course of more than a century to increasingly simulate natural habitats of its motley inmates, as well as conduct programs to educate and create awareness amongst its visitors.
From a bear enclosure at the back of the drug store of one Richard Knight back in 1888 to two different sites in the Washington Park, the Oregon Zoo has grown to house some 2200 animals representing 260 species. Formally established by the Portland City Council, Oregon Zoo was situated in the location of the current Portland Japanese Garden till mid-twentieth century when it moved to its current site that was designed by Lawrence, Tucker & Wallmann. The move of the entire zoo was so significant that the specially designated Portland Zoo Railway had to be constructed to achieve the big shift. The host city of Portland itself has been doing a commendable job so far in managing its half a million odd population as well as it local ecosystems.
From a backyard bear cage to a sprawling 64 acre spread, the Oregon Zoo has grown to be Oregon’s largest paid attraction, averaging over a million visitors each year. The entire zoo is based around a geographical representation of the regions from which each lot of the respective species hails from. Hence, upon entering the zoo, visitors find themselves in the Great Northwest exhibit complete with cougars, elks, gray wolves, black bears and endangered bald eagles. Upon reaching the Pacific Shores exhibit, one comes face to face with its icy inhabitants such as the penguins and the polar bears as well as Amur Leopards and Amur Tigers. From the watery environs, one has the option of venturing into a real life “Jurassic Park” albeit with animatronics dinosaurs or the Fragile Forests exhibit or the Africa one beyond , which provides cover to the various species snakes, crocodiles, big cats. The Asia exhibit at the other end of the zoo is testament to its successful Asian elephant breeding program, whose first progeny “Packy” and other hefty pachyderms become star attractions as soon as they arrive on the scene.
The Oregon Zoo, besides promoting its animalistic nature also shows off its musically toned down side by hosting acts that perform tunes from different genres. Upcoming ones include Chris Isaak, Big Bad Vodoo Daddy and Huey Lewis and the News.
The wild outdoors have always held a strange exotic appeal for city folk who usually spend their waking hours bustling about trying to get or keep their urban act together. So get your Oregon Zoo Tickets now to get in touch with your wild side!