Zoo Hot Spots,
Summer 2009
During your visit, be sure to check out the Zoo's "Hot Spots" where you'll meet
the animal keepers, get up close to the animals, see live shows and more. These
are must-sees that you won't want to miss! Look for "Hot Spot" markers as you
travel through the Zoo. The "Hot Spot" activities are free with Zoo admission (unless specifically noted) and run Memorial Day through Labor Day.
For a quick reference, download the "Hot Spots" PDF (1.7 MB).
Professor Wylde's Animal Show
Professor Wylde and his cast of critters return to the Zoo Amphitheater this summer with all new adventures. Learn about how the Zoo designs its exhibits in a way that's best for the animals and how everyone can help with the conservation of wildlife and the environment. The show runs three times daily and features an all-star cast of Zoo animals, including a white stork, African guinea fowl, greater sulfur-crested cockatoo, two-toed sloth, Egyptian vulture, Burmese python, peregrine falcon, fennec fox, scarlet macaw and a palm cockatoo.
- Location: Zoo Amphitheater
- Times: Daily @ 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m.
Mission Possible Animal Show
"Mission Possible" is a live animal show that chronicles the stories of the Wildlife Conflict Unit, a dedicated group of people that works out conflicts between humans and animals. Learn about the need to take care of the environment and protect animals. Birds, mammals, reptiles and amphibians from all over Australia play a key role in getting the message across.
- Location: Ballarat Theater in Australian Adventure
- Times: Daily @ 11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Seal Training Demonstration
Zoo visitors can watch special animal training sessions that take place daily at the seal & seal lion exhibit in Northern Trek. During the training sessions, you will be introduced to the Zoo's harbor seals and California sea lion and keepers demonstrate training techniques that encourage cooperative behaviors.
- Location: Seal & Sea Lion Exhibit, Northern Trek
- Times: Daily @ 3 p.m.
Get Close to Small Animals
Meet some of the Zoo's charismatic small animals such as a bearded dragon, armadillo, hedge hog, barn owl and various snakes.
- Location: Giraffe Deck, African Savanna
- Times: Daily @ 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 4 p.m.
Meet the Keeper
| DAY |
TIME |
ANIMAL |
LOCATION |
 |
| SUNDAY |
11 a.m. |
Tigers |
Bear & Tiger Exhibits
Northern Trek |
|
| 1 p.m. |
Koalas |
Gum Leaf Hideout
Australian Adventure |
|
| MONDAY |
11 a.m. |
Orangutans |
2nd Floor of
The RainForest |
|
| 2 p.m. |
Rhinos |
Rhino Barn
African Savanna |
|
| TUESDAY |
1 p.m. |
Gorillas |
Primate, Cat & Aquatics
Building |
|
| 2 p.m. |
Otters |
2nd Floor of
The RainForest |
|
| WEDNESDAY |
1 p.m. |
Snake Feeding |
1st Floor of
The RainForest |
|
2 p.m.
|
Shark Feeding |
Primate, Cat & Aquatics
Building |
|
| THURSDAY |
11 a.m. |
Frogs |
1st Floor of
The RainForest |
|
| 2 p.m. |
Sloth Bears |
Bear & Tiger Exhibits
Northern Trek |
|
| FRIDAY |
2 p.m. |
Tigers |
Bear & Tiger Exhibits
Northern Trek |
|
| 2:30 p.m. |
New Guinea
Singing
Dogs |
Australian Adventure |
|
| SATURDAY |
2 p.m. |
Lemurs |
Primate, Cat & Aquatics
Building |
|
| 4 p.m. |
Gharial |
1st Floor of
The RainForest |
|
Short Walking Tours
| DAY |
TIME |
TOUR |
START LOCATION |
|
| SUNDAY |
10:30 a.m. |
Africa |
Palava Hut Pavilion |
|
| Noon |
Primate, Cat
& Aquatics |
Building Entrance |
|
| MONDAY |
10:30 a.m.
& 4 p.m. |
DINOSAURS!
(admission fee
may apply) |
Prehistoric Garden |
|
| TUESDAY |
10:30 a.m. |
Africa |
Palava Hut Pavilion |
|
| Noon |
Northern Trek |
Tiger Exhibit |
|
| WEDNESDAY |
10:30 a.m. |
Africa |
Palava Hut Pavilion |
|
| Noon |
Primate, Cat
& Aquatics |
Building Entrance |
|
| THURSDAY |
10:30 a.m.
& 4 p.m. |
DINOSAURS!
(admission fee
may apply) |
Prehistoric Garden |
|
| FRIDAY |
10:30 a.m. |
Africa |
Palava Hut Pavilion |
|
| Noon |
Primate, Cat
& Aquatics |
Building Entrance |
|
| SATURDAY |
10:30 a.m. |
Africa |
Palava Hut Pavilion |
|
| Noon |
Northern Trek |
Tiger Exhibit |
|
African Music & Dance
- Location: Rising Waters Safari Camp, African Savanna
- Times: Saturday & Sunday only, @ 1 & 2 p.m.
Australian Music
- Location: Wallaby Walkabout entrance, Australian Adventure
- Times: Sunday only, from 2-3 p.m.
|
