African Elephant Crossing
Tour the Exhibit | Meet the Animals | Elephants in the Classroom |
Conservation and Research | Videos & Photos
Located near the Zoo's main entrance, African Elephant Crossing offers exceptional viewing areas for Zoo visitors, including open-air viewing, a nose-to-trunk window, an elevated feeding station and a gated crossing where people can watch as the elephants pass by to migrate from one yard to the next.
African Elephant Crossing is Gold certified through the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification program. The LEED program is the nationally accepted construction industry standard for green buildings, administered by the U.S. Green Building Council.
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Tour the ExhibitSpread over five acres of lightly wooded grasslands, African Elephant Crossing features two large yards for roaming, ponds for swimming, expanded sleeping quarters and a heated outdoor range, in addition to other features and exhibits. Find Out More...
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Meet the AnimalsIn addition to the Zoo's African elephant herd, African Elephant Crossing houses meerkats, naked mole rats, African rock pythons and a spectacular collection of colorful birds. Find Out More...
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Elephants in the ClassroomZoo staff and local teachers developed inquiry-based educational programming and exhibitry that connects students to the science and technology described in the State of Ohio's academic content standards. Find Out More... |
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Conservation and ResearchThe Zoo participates in elephant conservation through projects that have effect in places where wild elephants live. Scientists at the Zoo conduct elephant research projects to increase our knowledge and improve management of African elephants. Find Out More... |
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Multimedia: Videos & Photos
Get inspired to visit African Elephant Crossing and learn more about our animals and their environment by visitiong our multimedia section, where videos and photos are available for viewing and download. Find Out More... |
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