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Dr. Juan A. Rivero Quintero: Founder of the only Zoo in Puerto Rico

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Dr. Juan A. Rivero Quintero was born on March 5, 1923 in Santurce, Puerto Rico. His great preparation and passion for his work helped him make great controbutions to the advancement of Biology in Puerto Rico. One of his most notable achievements is the opening of the Zoo at Mayaguez in 1954. 

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http://lcc-wipr.com/dr-juan-a-rivera-quintero-fundador-del-unico-zoologico-en-puerto-rico/#sthash.u1v2E1EQ.dpuf

Funder of the Puerto Rico Zoo passes away

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Dr.Juan A. Rivero, funder and first director of the Puerto Rico Zoo passed away this morning.

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