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The Abilene park system includes 29 parks, occupying a total of 1,247.56 acres. In addition, three athletic complexes located throughout the city are under the jurisdiction of the parks department.
The Abilene Zoo is a popular attraction in Abilene, boasting several hundred animals of hundreds of species. It hosts educational and summer programs as well as special events throughout the year. Currently, the zoo is undergoing expansion with the addition of a Black Rhino exhibit this year. Next to arrive will be South American Maned Wolves and Cougars as well as an expanded Giraffe exhibit and a wetlands exhibit. The Elm Creek backyard area will be built to house locally found animals such as armadillos, skunks, and river otters.
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