Phuket Zoo
Chalong, Thailand · built 1997
The Phuket Zoo was a zoo located in Phuket, Thailand. It was founded as a private zoo in 1997. The zoo was located near the Mueang Phuket district and the Phuket Bay. The zoo had been embroiled in controversy over its lack of animal welfare standards and allegations of extreme cruelty to animals. The zoo covered an area of 4.8 hectares (30 rai). It was known for having close encounters with many exotic animals including tigers, monkeys and elephants. The zoo had many sections including areas devoted to crocodiles, elephants and monkeys while also having an aquarium and an orchard garden. The zoo closed in 2020; the main reason for its closure being the lack of tourists due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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