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Zoos, Aquariums & Reserves

 

If you're a nature or animal lover, this category is custom-fit for your interests. Our selections center around zoos, aquariums, and nature reserves – places where you can enjoy the beauty and wonder around you.

 

George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary

Address: 5191 Robertson Rd, Westham Island, Delta, BC V4K 3N2

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Located in a wetlands environment at the mouth of the Fraser River on Westham Island, this spot is ideal for bird watching. More than 250 species of migratory birds including herons, peregrine falcons, bald eagles, swans, geese and ducks can be seen. In November, the Snow Goose Festival is held as hundreds of birds...

Greater Vancouver Zoo

Address: 5048 264th St, Aldergrove, BC V4W 1N7

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In its original form, the Greater Vancouver Zoo was a privately owned enterprise called the Vancouver Game Farm, which opened in 1970. Today, this world-class zoo exhibits an assortment of animals, from big cats and bears to moose and macaws, pythons and peacocks to spider monkeys and snapping turtles. Highlights of a...

Maplewood Farm

Address: 405 Seymour River Pl, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1S6

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This five-acre municipal park farm, located on the North Shore of Vancouver, is a favorite of children. The farm has more than 200 domesticated animals and birds, including cows, horses, pigs, ponies, sheep, donkeys and chickens. The farm's mission is to provide a pleasant and unique rural experience. Children can pet...

Vancouver Aquarium

Address: Stanley Park, Vancouver, BC

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Located in Stanley Park, this aquarium features the climate and habitats of animals, birds and vegetation from around the world. The Amazon Gallery includes tropical birds, piranhas and jungle plants. The enormous pools feature orcas, beluga whales and sea otters. Specimens from British Columbia and Canada's arctic...