The Desert is a glass-domed building designed to recreate an arid, colorful desert. Walk among free-flight birds, towering saguaros and watch the racing roadrunners.
Animals
Habitat Map
The Desert Habitat
Closure Alert
January 27-31, the North Carolina Zoo and Zoo hiking trails will be closed for staff training and maintenance in the park.
Zoo Closed Jan. 22 and 23
The North Carolina Zoo will be closed on January 22 and 23 due to inclement weather.
