Children's Zoo
Climb into a bird's nest, hop like a wallaby, and feed a goat! There's plenty for little fingers and big eyes to touch and see in this cozy, three-acre setting full of kids' activities. Experience firsthand various types of animal habitats, locomotion, senses, and defenses.
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