Altina Wildlife Park

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Altina Wildlife Park
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Altina Wildlife Park
Date opened2004
Location Darlington Point, New South Wales, Australia
Coordinates 34°37′07″S146°03′31″E / 34.618643°S 146.058739°E / -34.618643; 146.058739 Coordinates: 34°37′07″S146°03′31″E / 34.618643°S 146.058739°E / -34.618643; 146.058739
Land area207 hectares
Memberships ZAA [1]
OwnerAltin family
Website www.altinawildlife.com

Altina Wildlife Park is a zoo situated in Darlington Point, New South Wales, Australia. [1] The zoo specialises in the conservation of endangered species and features a diverse range of Australian native and exotic animals. It operates horse-drawn cart tours and offers behind the scenes wildlife encounters. [2]

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List of species

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References

  1. 1 2 "ZAA Accredited Member Location Map". Zoo and Aquarium Association . Retrieved 1 January 2020.
  2. "Visitor Info". Altina Wildlife Park. Retrieved 1 January 2020.