The Frank Buck Zoo in Gainesville, Texas, promotes itself as the “World’s Greatest Small Town Zoo.” This zoo offers visitors a chance to explore and learn about various animals in a friendly and welcoming setting, underscoring its significance in the local community and beyond. For more details on planning your visit, including attractions and educational programs, please refer to their official website.
Species Count
130
Notable Animals
African Spurred Tortoise, Alpaca, American Alligator, Arabian Camel, Asian Small-Clawed Otter, Bennett's Wallaby, Black Vulture, Blue-Crowned Conure, Burmese Python, Cheetah, Clouded Leopard, Coyote, Geoffroy's Cat, Flamingos, Great Horned Owl, Helmeted Guinea Fowl, Leopard Tortoise, Lesser Rhea, Miniature Zebu, Miniature Horse, Military Macaw, Nubian Ibex, Ostrich, Patagonian Cavy, Pygmy Goats, Red Fox, Red-Ruffed Lemur, Reeves' Muntjac, Reticulated Giraffe, Ringtailed Coati, Ringtailed Lemur, Spotted Donkey, Squirrel Monkey, Vietnamese Pot-Bellied Pig, Whistling Ducks, Yellow-Naped Amazon
Exhibits
Mixed-Species African Savannah, Reptile House, Nocturnal House, Petting Zoo, Elevated Walkway Over Kangaroos, Giraffes, and Zebras
Location
Frank Buck Zoo
1000 W California St, Gainesville, TX 76240
(940) 668-4539