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Insect Zoo
📍 Sloat Blvd, San Francisco, CA 94132🕐 Hours
| Monday | 10 AM–5 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Wednesday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Thursday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Friday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Saturday | 10 AM–5 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–5 PM |
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Best For
- All ages
- Animal Collection
- 1,500+ exotic, endangered, and rescued animals
- Location
- 100 acres on the Pacific Coast
- Hours
- Open 365 days a year
💡 Did You Know?
- Features a 20-foot-wide walk-through beehive exhibit enclosed in bulletproof glass, allowing visitors to safely observe bee behavior from inside the hive structure
- Houses more than 1,500 exotic, endangered, and rescued animals across 100 acres, with a focus on insects, amphibians, and reptile species including rare California bald eagles
- Operates an interactive insect petting zoo where visitors can handle live animals including Chilean rose hair tarantulas, giant Madagascar hissing cockroaches, stick bugs, and emperor scorpions
- Open 365 days a year and has been operating for at least 30+ years, maintaining its status as a preservation facility for insects in San Francisco
- Offers comprehensive accessibility features including Epilepsy Safe Mode, Visually Impaired Mode, Cognitive Disability Mode, ADHD Friendly Mode, and Blindness Mode with screen reader compatibility
💬 What Visitors Say
- If you have entomophobia (fear of insects) or trypophobia (fear of holes), this venue may not be suitable for you. However, the enclosed glass exhibits provide a safe way to observe even the most intimidating species like giant African centipedes and wood cockroaches without direct contact.
- Don't miss the interactive petting zoo experience where you can safely handle live insects including Chilean rose hair tarantulas, giant Madagascar hissing cockroaches, stick bugs, and emperor scorpions. This hands-on element is a highlight that transforms the experience from observation to active engagement.
- Look for the iconic 20-foot-wide beehive walk-through exhibit with bulletproof glass panels - a unique immersive experience that allows you to safely explore the interior of an active hive. This is a memorable highlight worth specifically seeking out during your visit.
- Take advantage of the educational programs designed for different age groups and levels. The venue offers age-appropriate learning experiences, making it ideal for school groups and families wanting to deepen their understanding of insect biology and conservation.
- Open 365 days a year, so you can visit any day that works best for your schedule. Consider visiting on weekday mornings to avoid crowds and have more one-on-one time with the interactive exhibits and petting zoo animals.
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