Today, the Leningrad zoo is celebrating its 155th anniversary. On the occasion of the anniversary, guests are promised rich entertainment program. Guided tour at the premises of the zoo, they will be able to watch the feedings of the polar bears, giraffe, lemurs, sloths, deer and other animals, said in a statement on its website.
“during the whole Saturday, we will be guided tours, it is anticipated horse show and live entertainment on stage for the whole family. Our experts will tell how to interact zoos between them are selected and connected pairs, the moving animals, the future residence of grown-up offspring” – with reference to the source RIA Novosti reported.
Leningrad zoo today is home to about 900 species of mammals, birds, fish and invertebrates from different parts of the Earth. Unique living Museum of nature is located in the heart of St. Petersburg – opposite the Peter and Paul fortress. This is one of the oldest zoos in Russia. The first visitors here adopted August 14, 1865. Along with the city zoo has survived the revolution and the siege of Leningrad. Today the centre is part of a big family zoos in the world. Traveling to different cities and countries, it is possible to meet relatives pet menagerie in St. Petersburg.
