b'A View of THE ZOOW ildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park reopened September 3, 2020, after being closed over five months due to the COVID-19 pandemic! According to Kristy Morcom, Director of Media Relations, This has been an unprecedented time in the zoos history, as both the closure and the challenges caused by the economic downturn and pandemic, impacted our ability to serve the community. Currently, there are several safety measures and operational changes at the Zoo, including required masks for staff and visitors over the age of six upon entry and anywhere in the park that social distancing isnt possible. There isthe Zoological Association of America (ZAA) andContributing photographers: Charles Ralston, Lee Magenheim and Lorenzo Fuentesinformative signage throughout the zoo encouragingthe Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums safety/social distancing, social distance ride seating,(AMMPA). No tax dollars have ever been spent to build along with complete ride sanitation after every rideror operate Wildlife World in its 35-year history. and dozens of sanitizing stations installed throughout the 100-acres. Dillons KC BBQ, the Safari Grill, the SkyWildlife World Zoo, Aquarium & Safari Park is Ride, African Tram, Safari Train, all indoor exhibits, thelocated at 16501 W. Northern Ave., Litchfield Park, AZ Petting Zoo, the Giraffe Feeding Station, and Stingray(southeast corner of State Route 303 and Northern Ave). Touch Tank are open. Wildlife Worlds standards areWhile the park was closed, the animals continued to subject to change based on recommendations from thereceive the exceptional care they are accustomed to by state and municipal public health officials. essential employees. Wildlife World looks forward to continuing to inspire the community to conserve and Wildlife Worlds keepers and veterinarians have raisedprotect wildlife in wild places as they have done the past dozens of species of wild and endangered animals over35 years.the past quarter-century. Wildlife World strives to maximize genetic diversity in the zoological populationFor more info: (602) 321-5478 or visitwith their breeding programs. Wildlife World Zoo,Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter @ZooWildlife, Aquarium & Safari Park receives zero taxpayer fundingand WildlifeWorld.com.as a USDA licensed, private institution, accredited by 42 October 2020'