We’ve all likely been to a zoo at least once in our lives, whether it was for a school field trip or a place to bring the kids on a nice day. There are a handful of great zoos in North Dakota, but this one in particular has animals you may have never seen in person – no matter how many zoos you’ve been to. Take a trip to Minot and check out these rare, amazing creatures:

The Roosevelt Park Zoo is an amazing zoo located in Minot, North Dakota. It was originally established in 1920.

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At the zoo you can see tons of animals up close and personal.

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You can even feed giraffes at the giraffe feeding station!

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The zoo has many different kinds of birds and animals. Penguins, bald eagles, owls, and hornbills are just a few examples of the many feathered creatures here.

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You’ll likely see some unusual and striking animals you’ve never seen before at the Roosevelt Park Zoo, like these beautiful bongos:

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Among the hoofed animals, Japanese serow are interesting creatures that catch a lot of peoples’ eye. There are also Bactrian camels and Sika deer.

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They also have quite a few big cats and large mammals such as snow leopards, tigers, lions, and brown bears.

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One of their rarest residents is the Amur leopard. As of 2015, there were less than 100 individuals reported in the wild. Thanks to efforts of the Roosevelt Park Zoo and other places, their Amur leopards have had multiple cubs which have moved to other zoos to help save the species.

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There are so many more - too many to list! No matter if you’ve seen these animals or not before, the whole family can have a great time at this zoo with everything they have to offer.

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The Roosevelt Park Zoo is open year round. It is located at 1219 Burdick Expy. E, Minot, ND 58701. For more information on the animals, the zoo hours, and everything else you might need to know, click here.

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Minot has more than just an awesome zoo to visit. While you’re in town, be sure to also visit the Scandinavian Heritage Park for a fun free attraction with lots to see.

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