Zoo de Granby, Granby

I went with a group organized by the UQAM Heart of Science, which made it its mission to popularize science in all its forms. The purpose of the day was to see behind the scenes of the Granby Zoo, the largest zoo in Quebec. The zoo includes 5 areas that we have all visited to mostly see the backstage or meet the animal care technicians. It is from the immense work done by all and all the equipment necessary to ensure the health and comfort of the animals that we understand that the price of admission ($40) is not very high. Whether it is fish and turtle ponds where temperature, salinity and all other characteristics are unique to each pond, or the facilities for large animals (elephants, giraffes, rhinos, etc.) kept in a exemplary cleanliness, behind the scenes reveal an organization that rolls at quarter turn, and if we add to this the preparation of all the personalized menus for each species of animals, birds, amphibians, etc., or even menus customized by individual, and this, throughout the year (it is not because the zoo is inaccessible in winter that animals do not eat!), one realizes the immensity and diversity of the tasks accomplished to offer a pleasant site to all. The zoo is accredited by three organizations that scrupulously check the welfare of the animals and the educational aspects offered by the zoo: CAZA (Canadian Association of Zoos and Aquariums), AZA (Association of Zoos and Aquariums; American Association), WAZA (World Association of Zoos and Aquariums). It is therefore not a site where animals are spared in any way and under any condition. A really responsible zoo.

Very nice well maintained zoo with lots of different animals. We particularly like the "contact" areas with animals (aviary, rays, kangaroos, mini farm)