The Fort Worth Zoo is home to nearly 7,000 animals ranging from more than 500 species, including some rare and endangered species. The mission of the Fort Worth Zoo is to strengthen the bond between humans and the environment by promoting responsible stewardship of wildlife and ensuring diverse, high-quality educational and entertaining family experiences through effective and efficient management of its resources. The Fort Worth Zoo was recently named the No. 1 zoo in America by a 2020 USA Today Readers' Choice poll.