El Paso Zoo is a recreational facility that is spread over an area of more than 15 acres. The zoo is a home to more than 240 species of animals. It features over 1,000 mammals, reptiles, amphibians, invertebrates and birds. El Paso Zoo is a member of the American Zoo and Aquarium Association. The zoo maintains Asian elephants, Indochinese tigers, Malaysian tapirs and Sumatran orangutans. El Paso Zoo organizes several adventurous activities, such as animal encounters, teacher workshops and safaris. The zoo additionally features African lions, zebras and giraffes. El Paso Zoo hosts picnics, birthday parties and wedding receptions. The zoo provides a variety of lunch and ticket packages.