Centro Ecologico De Sonora
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Centro Ecologico De Sonora is a zoological garden in Hermosillo, the capital of Sonora, Mexico, set in the Sonoran Desert.
Why go
- Explore a five-hectare safari area aboard a guided eco-bus.
- Discover a public astronomical observatory described as unique in northwestern Mexico.
- See a collection of 119 animal species and about 895 organisms.
Opening hours
Today08:00 – 16:00Show all
MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday08:00 – 16:00
Thursday08:00 – 16:00
Friday08:00 – 16:00
Saturday08:00 – 16:00
Sunday08:00 – 16:00
Don't miss
- Sonoran Desert cactiLook for characteristic desert cacti among the 140 plant species on display.Plant collection
- Wildlife museumExplore displays of hides, antlers, horns, feathers, busts and taxidermied animals, alongside exhibits on marine ecosystems, birds, insects and fossils.Wildlife museum
- Observatory telescopesThe Antonio Sánchez Ibarra Observatory houses a 41 cm Cassegrain telescope and a smaller 9 cm Schmidt-Cassegrain.Observatory
With kids
- The children’s farm introduces city children to domestic animals and explains how farms in rural areas work.
Tips for your visit
- The traditional walk is 2.8 km and passes exhibits of desert plants and animals.
History
The observatory is named after astronomer Antonio Sánchez Ibarra, a co-founder of the university’s Astronomy Area.
- 1985The zoo began operating and has operated continuously since.
- 20 March 1990The observatory was founded in collaboration with the University of Sonora’s Astronomy Area.
- 5 July 2023The observatory resumed operations.
Sources: Centro Ecológico de Sonora - Wikipedia · checked 4 Oct 2026
Where
Carretera A Guaymas Km 2.5, Hermosillo
Questions and answers
Which animals can I see on the Eco Safari?
Free-ranging animals from several continents include zebras, deer and fallow deer.
How long is the traditional walking route?
The traditional route covers 2.8 km, passing regional desert plant and animal exhibits.
Does the museum have live animals?
The museum hosts temporary exhibitions featuring live arachnids and reptiles; these are not permanent displays.
Which animals live at the children’s farm?
A miniature donkey, domestic goats, Pelibuey and four-horned sheep, ponies and zebu.
What astronomy activities does the observatory offer?
Public astronomy events, weekly talks and night observations.
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