The Sierra Safari Zoo is a

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north of

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. Opening in 1989, it has grown to become the zoo that houses more exotics in the state. It houses a wide variety of exotic animals from around the world, including

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s, big cats,

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s, and others.

In popular culture

The zoo is featured in the 2017 film

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as the zoo that the character Bad Ape escapes from after his family and acquaintances are killed by the soldiers.

External links

* Zoos in Nevada Buildings and structures in Reno, Nevada Tourist attractions in Reno, Nevada Zoos established in 1989 {{Zoo-stub