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:

Aldabra Tortoises (indoor viewing)
Amur Tiger
Bald Eagles
Discovery Center
Eland  (warmer days only)
Flamingos
Gibbons
Giraffe (indoor viewing)
Japanese Macaques
Kid's Kingdom - Weather Dependent
Lions
Ostrich - in habitat on Monday, Wednesday, & Friday
Otter
Penguins
Rhinos (indoor viewing on colder days)
Seals/Sea Lions
Wallabies (walk-through closed, can be seen from viewing deck)
Zebra - in habitat Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday, weather dependent 
Macaw Cafe - the cafe will be open on November 30, December 7, 8, 14, & 15.
Gift Shop

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

Addax
African Aviary
Australian Aviary
Camel Ride
Giraffe Feeding
Koi Feeding
Kori Bustards
Lemurs 
Macaw Cafe
Parakeet Feeding 
Safari Grill
Spurred Tortoise
Train Ride
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