Botanical and Zoological Gardens

The Botanical Garden and Zoo of Asunción is a botanical garden and zoo located in Asunción, capital of the Republic of Paraguay.

The Botanical Garden and Zoo is one of the principal open spaces of the city of Asunción, set in natural forest covering 110 hectares to the north of the city. The zoo is home to nearly seventy species of wildlife including birds, mammals and reptiles, mostly representing the fauna of South America. The botanical garden is home to native species, exhibiting, in particular, the variety and beauty of its lush trees.