Zoo Rating: Zoo Krefeld

Zoo Krefeld

Krefeld, Germany

 

About the zoo

Zoo Krefeld opened its doors in 1938. At the moment, the zoo houses about 1300 animals and approximately 225 species. The zoo is about 13 hectare big.

1. Species

Krefeld Zoo definitly houses some special species, such as tree kangaroos, black rhinos, jaguars and snow leopards. They also have a some species of great apes, including chimpanzees, gorillas and orangutans. Having a big variety of other species, there is enough to see at Krefeld Zoo.

Score: 8.5

2. Animal Welfare

The fact that Krefeld breeds with (critical) endangered species such as the jaguar and black rhino only shows that the zoo has a quality animal care. With some small exceptions, i.e. the siamangs, do all animals have enough space.

Score: 8

3. Construction

Although Krefeld Zoo isn’t the most flamboyant zoo you’ll ever see, it doesn’t look bad at all. With a lot of foliage at the zoo, it gives a natural and lush feeling.

Score: 7.5

4. Accommodations

Having 4 accommodations it isn’t bad at all for a park with the size of Krefeld, though the pathways are long so you might have to walk a bit.

Score: 7

5. Education

There isn’t much to do in terms of education in Zoo Krefeld, with the famous exception of the signs.

Score: 6

6. Interaction

With only the walkthrough South-American house, there isn’t much interaction at Zoo Krefeld.

Score: 6

Total Score: 7.2

Zoo Krefeld is definitly worth a trip, and with special, endangered and playful animals there is a lot to see. Not one of the best zoos you’ll ever go to, but also not one of the worst at all. You’ll surely enjoy yourself at Zoo Krefeld.

Gerben, 07/05/14