Open and Closed Exhibits

Weather, minor maintenance or animal health issues may cause a change from day to day, so if you are coming to see a specific animal, please call 515-974-2501 in advance to verify.

Please note: during times when heat advisories are in effect, some animals and guest experiences may not be available.

The following exhibits are generally open everyday:

Addax
African Aviary
Aldabra Tortoises (indoor viewing available)
Amur Tiger
Australia
Australian Aviary
Bald Eagles
Critter Corner
Discovery Center (final admission 30 minutes before close.)
Eland  
Flamingos
Gibbons
Giraffe (outdoor exhibit viewing dependent on weather)
Giraffe Feeding (masks required) - Weekends (weather and staffing dependent)
Japanese Macaques
Kids' Kingdom (masks recommended)
Koi Feeding
Kori Bustards
Lions
Lemurs
Nyala
Otter
Penguins
Rhinos (outdoor exhibit viewing on warm days)
Seals/Sea Lions
Wallabies
Zebra
Train Ride - open Monday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday
Carousel
Face Painting / Glitter Tattoos (Weekends Only)
Safari Grill (Weekends Only)
Gift Shop

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

Prairie Dog - closed for renovation
Camel Ride - closed for the season
Parakeet Feeding - closed for the season