The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens near Palm Springs, CA is not like any other zoo you have ever seen because it was built around nature instead of turning residential area into nature. Starting with a wilderness preserve in 1970, The Living Desert is a unique zoo that conserves the desert and focuses its efforts on promoting just one type of ecosystem. The Living Desert has changed and evolved throughout its history. There are many programs at the zoo that help to teach about the desert and preserve the natural beauty of the area. There is rehabilitation programs and plant propagation that help to make the 1200 acres of the zoo into something natural, yet still entertaining. The major construction on The Living desert happened in 1974 and 1975. The Development Center and the Mojave Garden were built to resemble the California desert. The botanical exhibition showed characteristics of 11 North American deserts. The Perl McManus Center houses the After Sundown exhibit and was the first wildlife exhibit at the zoo. Today The Living Desert has paved walkways, a veterinarian facility and various animal and garden exhibits. The zoo is home to native and non-native animals, including endangered species. The Living Desert also holds accreditation from the American Association of Zoological Parks and Aquariums. The Living Desert is open year round with varying admission fees depending upon the season. Hours also vary by season. The Living Desert also features various programs and special events some of which may be at an additional cost.
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