Bongo
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Did you know bongos are primarily nocturnal animals? Learn more about bongos.
Ground was first broken for the Africa region in the spring of 1976, and the grand opening of the original five habitats took place in the summer of 1980. Today, it’s home to a multitude of habitats, including those showcasing chimpanzees, giraffes, gorillas, zebras and, of course, elephants.
African Lion
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Did you know that lions may sleep up to 20 hours per day? Learn more about African Lions.
African Elephant
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Did you know elephant babies can weigh over 200 pounds at birth? Learn more about African elephants.
Addra Gazelle
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Did you know that the long, thin legs of Addra gazelles provide extra surface area to help get rid of heat? Learn more about Addra gazelles.
Thomson’s Gazelle
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Did you know that rings on male's horns may provide "grip" so the horns do not slip and cause serious injuries when sparring? Learn more about Thomson's Gazelles.
Red River Hog
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Did you know that one use for a red river hog's sharp tusks is to cut through roots? Learn more about red river hogs.
Ostrich
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Did you know an ostrich's egg is the smallest egg in relation to its body size among birds? Learn more about ostriches.
Hamadryas Baboon
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Did you know these baboons are often found living on hillsides or in mountainous regions? Learn more about Hamadryas Baboons.
Baboons Habitat
See one of the largest bands of energetic Hamadryas Baboons in the country.
