The park is home to a successful breeding program for the rare Okapi.
The zoo features a specific area dedicated to the conservation of Mediterranean reptiles.
It was founded in 1968 and has transitioned from a traditional zoo to a modern conservation-focused facility.
The park utilizes a natural hilltop slope to create multi-level viewing platforms for visitors.
The zoo participates in international studbooks for the management of the Somali wild ass.
Parco Zoo Falconara is a 6-hectare conservation park situated on a hill overlooking the Adriatic coast. It specializes in the protection and display of rare and endangered species, notably the cheetah, giraffe, and various lemur subspecies. The park functions as an active participant in EEP (EAZA Ex-situ Programmes) for species conservation. Visitors navigate a path that ascends the hillside, providing vantage points over the surrounding Marche landscape. The facility includes specialized enclosures designed for semi-free roaming of small primates and birds. It focuses heavily on educational outreach regarding biodiversity and habitat loss. The park maintains a dedicated veterinary center for the care and rehabilitation of its inhabitants.
The elevated viewing platform overlooking the giraffe enclosure with the Adriatic Sea in the background.
Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes as the park is built on a significant incline.
Bring binoculars for better views of the more distant animal enclosures.
Check the daily keeper talk schedule upon arrival to observe scheduled animal feedings.
Do not visit during the peak heat of mid-summer afternoons, as many animals seek shelter and become less active.
Closed during the winter months; operates primarily from early spring through late autumn.
Do not feed the animals, remain on marked pathways, and keep voices low to avoid stressing the wildlife.
