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:

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

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

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

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