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.

The following exhibits are generally open everyday:

Aldabra Tortoises (indoor viewing available)
Amur Tiger
Bald Eagles
Discovery Center (final admission 30 minutes before close.)
Eland  
Flamingos
Gibbons
Giraffe - Giraffe calf viewable indoors
Japanese Macaques
Kids' Kingdom (Open at 11:00 am, weather permitting)
Lions
Lemurs
Nyala
Otter
Penguins
Rhinos - outdoor exhibit viewing on warm days
Seals/Sea Lions
Wallabies (viewing deck only, Australia walkthrough closed)
Zebra
Gift Shop

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

Addax
African Aviary
Australian Aviary
Camel Ride
Critter Corner
Face Painting
Giraffe Feeding
Koi Feeding
Kori Bustards
Parakeet Feeding
Spurred Tortoise
Carousel
Train Ride
Macaw Cafe
Safari Grill