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Hurricane Richard: The Belize Zoo and Tropical Education Center is home to more than 125 animals of about 48 native species. These animals are native to Belize and are in The Belize Zoo for various reasons, most associated with rehabilitation. The Belize Zoo was hit hard during the latest hurricane in Belize. Hurricane Richard leveled most of the vegetation at The Zoo while also taking with it some exhibits and damaging both the drainage and plumbing systems. Because of the widespread…