AVIARIES URUGUAY

Parque Lecocq is a zoological park located in Montevideo, Uruguay, established between 1946 and 1949 based on the design of architect Mario Paysée. Home to more than 500 animals representing 33 species from around the world — including mammals, birds, and reptiles — the park serves as both a wildlife destination and an environmental education center. It runs programs for schools and institutions, contributes to conservation efforts for endangered species, and features accessible facilities including improved pathways and amenities. With its diverse animal collection and educational activities suitable for all ages, Parque Lecocq is a welcoming family attraction in Uruguay's capital city offering a meaningful connection with wildlife and nature.

Reserva de Flora y Fauna Dr. Rodolfo Tálice, also known as Ecoparque Talice, is a sprawling recreational and educational park covering 75 hectares in the Flores Department of Uruguay, located along Route 3 near Trinidad. Established in 1991 and set within a UNESCO Geopark, the reserve houses approximately 1,500 animals representing 120 species, including peacocks, eagles, anteaters, llamas, deer, monkeys, and swans. A highlight is the Deer Valley, an expansive 40-hectare area dedicated to free-roaming deer. Visitors can explore the reserve on electric bus safari tours, enjoy swan boat rides, and engage in nature observation activities. Open Wednesday through Sunday, the park provides dining, parking, and emergency services, making it an ideal destination for families and nature lovers seeking immersive wildlife experiences in rural Uruguay.

The Educativo Ambiental Quinta de Medina Park is an environmental educational park located in the Maldonado Department of Uruguay, near the city of San Carlos. Spanning approximately 14 hectares of woodland planted with willows, oaks, pines, and eucalyptus, the park is home to a variety of native Uruguayan fauna alongside some exotic species, including lions, tigers, monkeys, llamas, reptiles, sea lions, foxes, pumas, wild boars, capybaras, and birds. Originally inaugurated in 1970 on a historic farmstead, the park has evolved into a collaborative environmental education project developed in partnership with the Regional University Center of the East. Free to enter, it offers playgrounds, recreational areas, and green spaces, making it a relaxed and family-friendly destination for wildlife appreciation and environmental learning.

Zoological Garden Bioparque Javier Ferreira is a biopark and zoological reserve located approximately two kilometers from the center of Artigas, in northern Uruguay. Founded by animal enthusiast Javier Ferreira on land belonging to his family, the park houses more than 210 animals of 70 species, including a wide variety of birds, mammals, and reptiles, with an emphasis on native Uruguayan wildlife. The biopark plays an active role in wildlife rescue and rehabilitation, returning recovered animals to their natural habitat when conditions allow. It serves as a practical learning environment for veterinary and biology students and is recommended by the Departmental Tourism Board as one of the area's premier attractions. Open from morning to early evening, the biopark offers visitors an engaging and educational encounter with the region's rich biodiversity.

Bioparque Melo is a wildlife park located in the city of Melo, in Uruguay's Cerro Largo Department. The facility houses a variety of animal species spread across a large property, offering visitors the opportunity to observe native and regional wildlife in an open natural setting. Among its notable features is a replica of the house where Fructuoso Rivera, the first president of Uruguay, passed away, adding a historical dimension to the visit. The biopark welcomes families, school groups, and nature enthusiasts seeking an informal encounter with Uruguayan wildlife in the rolling landscapes of the country's northeastern interior. Admission is modest, and the site provides a glimpse into the region's natural heritage alongside its historical significance.

Zoo San Jose was a public zoological park located within Parque Rodó in San José de Mayo, the capital of San José Department, Uruguay. Over the course of its history, the zoo grew to house 735 specimens, primarily native bird species, and also maintained an aquarium containing more than 400 fish of various species. The facility served as a traditional family attraction and educational destination for the community for many decades. In 2026, the zoo completed its transition away from captive animals, with the last resident transferred to a new home, and the grounds are now being repurposed as a facility dedicated to the rescue and temporary care of animals, continuing to serve the community in a new conservation-focused role.

My Zoo De Rivera, locally known as Mi Zoo S.C., is a small ecological refuge and zoo located in Rivera, in northern Uruguay near the Brazilian border. Founded about 20 years ago by a couple with a deep passion for animals, the refuge houses a variety of rescued exotic and native species that are cared for with dedication by the founders. Open every afternoon, the park welcomes families, school groups, and animal lovers who wish to observe the animals up close in an intimate setting. Admission fees are modest and go directly toward the animals' food and care, giving visitors an opportunity to contribute to the welfare of the rescued animals while enjoying a personal and meaningful wildlife experience in Uruguay's northern interior.