The Indianapolis Zoo tends to be the first zoo that comes to mind when you think about zoos in the state of Indiana. What some people don’t know is that there are a ton of other incredible zoos in the state that are worth checking out. Arguably, some of these are more animal sanctuaries than zoos, but you should still check them out! Here are seven incredible zoos in Indiana you must see!

1) Black Pine Animal Park (1426 W. 300 N., Albion, IN)
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Technically, this is a non-profit sanctuary for exotic animals. For many of these animals, it's their last chance. It is a place for exotic animals to have a home after they have been retired or rescued.
2) Exotic Feline Rescue Center (2221 E. Ashboro Road, Center Point, IN)
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The Exotic Feline Rescue Center is actually one of the largest rescue centers for exotic felines who have been neglected, abused, or abandoned.
3) Fort Wayne Children's Zoo (3411 Sherman Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN)
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The Fort Wayne Children's Zoo brags about being the number one attraction you must see in the state of Indiana in the summer.
4) Indianapolis Zoo (1200 W. Washington St., Indianapolis, IN)
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Technically, the Indianapolis Zoo doubles as an aquarium and a botanic garden as well.
5) Mesker Park Zoo in Evansville (2421 Bement Avenue, Evansville, IN)
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This zoo is also recognized as one of the oldest and largest zoos in the state of Indiana having first opened to the public in 1928.
6) Potawatomi Zoo (500 S. Greenlawn, South Bend, IN)
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Zoo's Facebook Page
Potawatomi Zoo is actually the oldest zoo in the state of Indiana. At any given time, it's home to more than 400 different beautiful animals.
7) Washington Park Zoo (115 Lakeshore Drive Michigan City, IN)
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Zoo's Facebook Page
The Washington Park Zoo is home to more than 200 different animals of 90 different species coming from all over the world.

Have you been to any of these zoos before? Do you know of any other zoos in Indiana? Planning to go to any of these zoos in the near future? And, just for fun, what is your favorite animal? Tell us in the comments below!

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