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
Camel Ride (weather dependant - cannot run in rain / may close if temperatures are extremely hot)
Critter Corner
Discovery Center (final admission 30 minutes before close.)
Eland  
Flamingos
Gibbons
Giraffe (outdoor exhibit viewing dependent on weather)
Giraffe Feeding
Japanese Macaques
Kids' Kingdom (masks required)
Koi Feeding
Kori Bustards
Lions
Lemurs
Nyala
Otter
Parakeet Feeding
Penguins
Rhinos (outdoor exhibit viewing on warm days)
Seals/Sea Lions
Wallabies
Zebra
Train Ride (weather and maintenance dependent)
Carousel
Face Painting / Glitter Tattoos
Safari Grill
Gift Shop

The following exhibits/attractions are closed:

Prairie Dog