Baku Zoo
Reintroduced back to the wild!
3 gazelles, 8 Caucasian Red Deer, 7 Eastern Caucasian Turs, 21 Indian Crested Porcupines, 24 squirrels, 4 wolves, 6 foxes, 4 eagles, 4 Western Marsh harriers
The zoo isn’t just about caring for animals in one place; it’s about reintroducing species into their natural habitats, protecting endangered animals listed in Azerbaijan’s Red Book, and inspiring visitors to appreciate the importance of wildlife conservation. Every smile shared with the animals reinforces the meaningful work we’re doing to protect and restore our country’s incredible wildlife.
Over the past years, IDEA has supported the process of improving the Baku Zoological Park, placing education, research, species conservation and animal welfare in the top priority. In October of 2021, the new Baku Zoological Park opened to the public after 4 years of reconstruction. In the course of renovation, special attention was paid to the preservation of trees and shrubs on the territory. The green area was also increased in the park and a more natural environment has been created. The park’s total area was almost doubled and brought to 4.25 hectares. The all new Baku Zoological Park has necessary conditions for visitors of all age groups, as well as people with physical disabilities. Along with various entertainment facilities, there is a playground, a lecture hall, and an electronic guide system on the park territory. More comfortable enclosures, an aqua terrarium, a petting zoo, an artificial lake and pools, and a veterinary clinic have been created as a result of the major reconstruction. The enclosures, where animals are kept, are equipped in view of the specific needs of each species. The Baku Zoological Park serves as an educational, research, and conservation center, where people can receive information about the animal world, in particular, the unique fauna of Azerbaijan. The park has favorable conditions for increasing the population and reintroduction of animal species included in the Red Book of Azerbaijan.
