Lee_G._Simmons_Conservation_Park_and_Wildlife_Safari

Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari

Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari

Zoo in Nebraska

The Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari is a 440 acre[1] drive-through wildlife park located near the town of Ashland, Nebraska, United States. The Park includes scenic prairies and wetlands that feature dozens of native North American animals including bison, elk, cranes and new Wolf Canyon overlook along with tram rides and a visitor center.[3] The park is affiliated with Henry Doorly Zoo, and is located 22 miles west at Nebraska's I-80 exit 426.

  • Bison bull
  • Blonde bison
  • Elk
  • Elk
  • Elk
  • Male pronghorn
  • Pronghorn
  • American black bear (Ursus americanus)
  • Grey wolves
  • Sandhill crane
  • Pelicans
  • Burrowing owl
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References

  1. [1]
    Chris Peters (15 June 2016). "Omaha zoo's safari park, little changed since 1998 opening, is in line for an overhaul". Omaha World-Herald. Retrieved 16 July 2017.
  2. [2]
    "Currently Accredited Zoos and Aquariums". aza.org. AZA. Retrieved 16 July 2017.
  3. [3]
    Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari Archived 2007-10-08 at archive.today, VisitNebraska.org. Retrieved 5/2/08.



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