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The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is a renowned museum and botanical garden in Tucson, Arizona, United States. The museum is dedicated to promoting the conservation and interpretation of the Sonoran Desert region's diverse flora and fauna.
Established in 1952, the museum spans 98 acres and features over 230 animal species and over 1,200 varieties of plants. The exhibits at the museum are designed to showcase the diversity of life in the Sonoran Desert, with animals ranging from snakes and lizards to mountain lions and javelinas. The botanical garden is also home to many rare and endangered plants, including saguaros, agaves, and prickly pears.
In addition to the exhibits, the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum offers a variety of educational programs, including daily animal presentations, guided tours, and workshops. The museum is also home to a hummingbird aviary and a stingray touch pool, allowing visitors to interact with these creatures up close.
The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is considered one of the top attractions in Tucson and draws thousands of visitors each year.