Surabaya zoo is one of the most complete zoo in Indonesia, and even a South East Asia. Here there are 351 different species of animals that consists of more than 2806 animals.
Establishment of the zoo can not be separated from the services of a
journalist named H. F. K. Kommer is a hobby of collecting different
animals. Finally, based on the Decree of the Governor-General of the
Dutch on August 31, 1916 no. 40, the zoo was founded under the name
“Soerabaiasche Planten-en Dierentuin”, which means that botanical
gardens and animal Surabaya.
Now, in addition to a recreation area, this zoo is also a place of conservation, research, and education.
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