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I explored the ruins of an abandoned zoo on the coast of Florida. It was overrun by nature, but eerie cages remained.

Crandon Park Zoo was abandoned after hurricanes ravaged the area. Today, wildlife such as alligators and peacocks live freely in the park.

  • Crandon Park Zoo, Miami's first, was destroyed by a hurricane in the 1980s.
  • Reporter visited the abandoned zoo in October 2021, finding remnants of cages.
  • Overgrown vegetation and graffiti-covered structures indicate years of abandonment.

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