Need something different for your plans for a day out? Well, look no further than the Indianapolis Zoo. With its wide range of animals from environments all over the world, you’re sure to discover something new here. There’s plenty to learn about the world around us, so you’ll have an educational experience while also having a whole lot of fun.
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Just Like Us – Mammals
Our closest relatives in the animal kingdom have plenty of diversity, and it’s on full display at the zoo. One of the big attractions here is the Simon Skjodt International Orangutan Center. The cognitive abilities of the primates are studied here, and you’ll be amazed at how similar their intellect is to our own. Other primates like the white-handed gibbon are also residents here, and you’ll love the impressive climbing skills they put on display.
There aren’t many animals more breathtaking than the king of the jungle himself, the African lion, and you can see the pride that lives here. You’ll also see other big cats like the cheetah, or some of their neighbors out on the savannah like the African elephant or the zebra. We also found the meerkats to be quite entertaining little creatures. They’re social animals, so you may just be surprised at how much of yourself you see in them!
Soaring Through the Skies – Birds
Many of the birds here at the zoo come from tropical climates, so they spend the winter months in their climate-controlled shelter. However, there’s something to see even in the cold. Both the resident flamingos and southern ground hornbills are let out into the exhibit area as long as there isn’t any particularly inclement weather.
Visit during the warmer months, however, and you’ll be treated to a whole rainbow of avian critters. Bright-colored budgerigars and crested cockatiels soar through the air, while the lorikeets have a beautiful and unique coloration. ‘Pretty’ may not be the first word that comes to mind for the helmeted or vulturine guinea fowl, but they are fascinating birds all the same.
Swimming in the Deep – Fish
Since water covers over 70% of the world, no exploration of the animal kingdom would be complete without a look at our world’s water dwelling creatures. Luckily, the zoo also offers excellent aquatic exhibits. You’ll see exotic creatures like angelfish or pot-bellied seahorses swimming through the displays. The main attraction may just be the bottlenose dolphins who are always looking to put on a show and entertain guests. The sea lions also put on a great performance, though!
You can see all the wonders from the whole spectrum of the animal kingdom right here in Indianapolis at the zoo. And for the widest selection of new and used vehicles in the automobile kingdom, stop on by and visit us at our neighborhood dealership. Check out our selection at Tom O’Brien Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram – Indianapolis!
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