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Old 08-03-2008

Natureland Zoo in Nelson being forced to close after 42 years...

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What species are held here??????? full list would be nice if possible??
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I've never been there. It appears to be just your typical small local zoo. I know it has/had small-clawed otters, meerkats, wallabies, alpacas and llamas, capuchins, tuatara, and a variety of aviary birds and farm-stock.
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I had never heard of this place before...
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It looks like the zoo may not be closed . . a few parties have expressed interest in working to save the place.
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Part of the problem may lie in it's entry fee - $3.5 for kids and $5 for adults. . .
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Part of the problem may lie in it's entry fee - $3.5 for kids and $5 for adults. . .
True but it may also be a reflection of its collection...
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heck, i'd pay 6 bucks for a kid if i got to see otters and monkeys. . . and it is noted for it's allowing kids to touch many of the animals. but the collection is not all that great.
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I was just talking to a Nelsonite yesterday. The zoo is apparently very popular in Nelson and is a great place to take the kids. There has it seems been a bit of outcry over its potential closure, so it may stay open after all.
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I hope so, or they could send Ricky the special needs capuchin to me!
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Bit of info!

Ricky has nowhere to go as zoo closes - New Zealand news on Stuff.co.nz
Axe falls on Nelson zoo - New Zealand, world, sport, business & entertainment news on Stuff.co.nz
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Troubled zoo keeps gates open - New Zealand news on Stuff.co.nz
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Old 06-05-2008

a bit more news on Natureland:
Wildlife trust eyeing Natureland - Local News - The Nelson Mail
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Orana . . . There was also a big party a few days ago for ricky the special needs capuchin. . .
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Old 10-07-2008

The Natureland zoo will remain open . . probably likely to expand and improve . . .

Radio New Zealand News : Latest News : 200807101205 : Future of Nelson zoo secured

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