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Article: Some fun and obscure facts about Hogle Zoo

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September 7, 2009
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Here are some other obscure facts/fancies about Hogle Zoo:

Flavor burst ice cream cones are hands down the biggest concession seller, with approximately 80,000 sold each year.

Coca Cola is the top selling drink (regular, not diet.)

Plush toys are the most popular souvenirs. The most popular animal varies from year to year, but generally elephant, tiger and giraffe plush are among the favorites. Zoo jewelry is also popular.

The zoo's carousel offers about 320,000 rides each year.

What is one of the strangest questions zoo patrons ask? "We get quite a few different questions from folks, but people often ask if they can 'rent' animals and such for their house parties," said Holly Braithwaite, ...

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