A report released by the San Francisco Animal Control and Welfare Commission accused the San Francisco Zoo of having "extremely outdated" enclosures and mismanagement.

Animal activists, animal welfare advisors, and veterinarians toured the 95-year-old popular institution. Based on their observations, the report primarily highlighted the size of the enclosures and how long they've gone without repairs.

"The safety measures to meet the AZA and USDA enclosure requirements are minimal and even more frightening – unsafe for the animals and visitors," read the report.

Justin Barker, founder of the San Francisco Zoo Watch, toured the facility and expressed concerns about specific exhibits.

"SF Zoo is one of the worst-run zoos in the country," Barker said. "All you have to do is talk to form

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