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=== The Arizona Center for Nature Conservation (ACNC), which operates the Phoenix Zoo, is currently planning a large-scale conservation safari park in Sahuarita, about 20 miles south of Tucson. While not located in Phoenix, this nearly 1,100-acre facility is designed to be an extension of the zoo’s breeding and restoration programs. The park will be situated on leased land near Pima Mine Road and Interstate 19. Unlike a traditional zoo, the focus is on providing expansive natural habitats (ranging from 10 to over 100 acres) for housing and breeding critically endangered species. Plans include a public drive-thru safari experience, allowing visitors to see animals in a more open, naturalistic setting compared to the main zoo. As of early 2026, zoo officials are working with the town on infrastructure, such as paving access roads. A public opening is tentatively hoped for within the next two to three years. The park is intended to house both Arizona-native and exotic arid-climate species that require large roaming areas, including ...
- Exotic Species: White rhinoceros, scimitar-horned oryx, addax, and various gazelles.
- Native Species: Mexican gray wolves, ocelots, California condors, and Sonoran pronghorn.