The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a 98-acre zoo, aquarium, botanical garden, natural history museum, and art gallery located in Tucson, Arizona. Established in 1952, it is dedicated to the conservation and study of the Sonoran Desert region. The museum features over 230 animal species and 1,200 types of plants across various exhibits and gardens. Key attractions include the Hummingbird Aviary, the Earth Sciences Center which houses a cave and regional minerals, and the Riparian Corridor that showcases the aquatic life of the desert.

The museum is actively involved in wildlife conservation efforts, educational programs, and scientific research, with a focus on indigenous plants and animals. It offers a variety of educational programs for all ages, including guided tours, animal presentations, and art exhibits. The museum also includes a regional food restaurant and a gift shop. It is open year-round and receives approximately 400,000 visitors annually.

Center for Plant Conservation

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