About Zoo Negara Malaysia

Zoo Negara Malaysia is managed by the Malaysian Zoological Society, a non-governmental organization established to create the first local zoo for Malaysians. Zoo Negara was officially opened on 14th November 1963 and has matured into a well-known zoo all around the world. We have a total of over 4028 specimen from 318 species of mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians and fish.

Zoo Negara covers 61.53 acres of land which is situated only 5km from the city of Kuala Lumpur. Over the years, the zoo has transformed itself to an open concept zoo with over 90% of its animals being kept in spacious exhibits with landscape befitting its nature. We are working in making sure that the old zoo concept is changed entirely.

Zoo Negara - Vision

• To be one of the world’s premier zoological park and aquaria dedicated to conservation, recreation, education, training and research of various animal and plant species.

Zoo Negara - Mission

• To provide an outstanding and dynamic habitat for animals and plant life and incorporating high quality animal health care and husbandry.
• To be the leader and innovator in wildlife conservation, recreation, education, training and research.
• To collaborate and disseminate scientific knowledge to local, regional and worldwide zoos through our science-based approach to wildlife management.