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 it is on exhibit.

The following exhibits are generally open everyday:

Please note: some habitats have been reconfigured into a one-way path and some congestion points are not accessible.

Addax
Aldabra Tortoises
African Aviary
Australian Aviary
Amur Tiger
Bald Eagles
Discovery Center (final admission one hour before close.)
Eland  
Face Painting (available on warmer, sunny days only)
Flamingos
Gibbons
Gift Shop
Giraffe
Japanese Macaques
Kids' Kingdom (weather permitting)
Kori Bustards
Lions
Lemurs
Nyala
Ostrich
Otter
Penguins
Rhinos - outdoor exhibit viewing on warm days
Seals/Sea Lions
Spurred Tortoise
Wallabies 
Zebra
Train Ride (weather permitting)
Carousel (weather permitting)
Giraffe Feeding (open on weekends)
Safari Grill (open daily throughout September, menu options may change on weekdays)

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

Camel Ride
Koi Feeding
Parakeet Feeding
Macaw Cafe