Travel Reference
In-Depth Information
Animal Encounters
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Zoo Miami
In Miami, this extensive and wide-ranging zoo has all the big-ticket species.
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Marjory Stoneman Douglas Biscayne Nature Center
Kid-friendly intro to subtropical
South Florida on Key Biscayne; has great hands-on programs.
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Monkey Jungle
The tagline at this Miami zoo says it all: 'Where humans are caged and
monkeys run wild.' Unforgettable.
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Jungle Island
This Miami zoo has tropical birds and exotic species such as the liger, a
tiger-and-lion crossbreed.
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Everglades Outpost
This volunteer-run animal sanctuary is essentially a great small zoo.
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Miami Seaquarium
One of the state's biggies on Key Biscayne; has various swim-with-
the-fishes programs.
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Shark Valley
Bike or take a tram tour along the paved road of this Everglades park. Wad-
ing birds and alligators are practically guaranteed.
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Royal Palm Visitor Center
Take a boardwalk trail over some of the Everglades' most
beautiful wetland landscapes.
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National Key Deer Refuge
Kids love spotting these cute-as-Bambi minideer on Big Pine
Key.
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Florida Keys Wild Bird Rehabilitation Center
Injured birdlife is sheltered along several
windy paths at this refuge on Key Largo.
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Turtle Hospital
In Marathon, turtles get tender loving care from a staff of dedicated volun-
teers. Visitors welcome (and appreciated).
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Robbie's Marina
In Islamorada, a sort of 'working' harbor and aquatic petting zoo.
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Robert Is Here
The Everglades' favorite farmers market has a petting zoo and fresh juice.
