Dehiwala Zoo, also known as Colombo Zoo, is one of the most frequented tourist destinations of the city. It is situated on Galle Road at a distance of 9.6 km from the city center. The zoo is home to a large number of animals and bird species. Some of the animal species found here include tigers, lions, bears, leopards, giraffes, gorillas, rhinos, wolves and hyenas. The "butterfly park" of the zoo is home to thousands of butterfly species and is a delightful sight for everyone. A large number of people visit this zoo every year.