The Little Rock Zoo was founded in 1926 and is located in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States. It is home to more than 725 animals representing over 200 species, and covers an area of 33 acres (13 ha). The Arkansas Zoological Foundation is a private 501 c (3) organization that raises funds for zoo development. The Little Rock Zoo is a department of the city of Little Rock. It is the largest zoo in Arkansas, and the only Arkansas zoo accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
Exhibits
The Little Rock Zoo is divided into themed areas where the animals can be viewed. Some exhibits are based on the animal's natural environment, while others group similar animals together.
ZOO ENTRANCE
The entrance to the zoo includes the "Over-The-Jumps" Carousel, the Animal Shows Amphitheater, and Lorikeet Landing, where visitors can see and feed the rainbow lorikeet.
Great Apes
The Great Apes exhibit includes a walkway that allows the visitors to have an eagle's eye view of the ape's enclosures.
Primates, Reptiles, Birds, & More
The Primates, Reptiles, Birds & More building was built in 1936 and features many exotic animals from around the world, including ones from the primate, reptile, and bird families.
Asian Elephants
The elephant exhibit is home to the zoo's Asian elephants. The elephant exhibit is extremely large in order to house these gigantic animals.
Arkansas Heritage Farm
The Arkansas Heritage Farm exhibit features the Arkansas' Diamond Express train as well as a chicken yard. The farm's barn houses the mammals of this exhibit. This exhibit is located next to the waterfowl pond.
African Savannah
The African Savannah is a mixed species enclosure that features the grey crowned crane, ostrich, and the Damara zebra.
Africa
The Africa exhibit features the eastern black rhinoceros and the dromedary camel. Alpaca can also be seen opposite the camel enclosure.
Big Cats
The Big Cats exhibit features lions, tigers, and jaguars. Asiatic black bears currently reside in the lion enclosure after hours.
Laura P. Nichols Cheetah Outpost
The Laura P. Nichols Cheetah Outpost exhibit educates visitors about cheetah conservation efforts and African wildlife.
OVERLOOK TRAIL
On the Overlook Trail, the maned wolf, Somali wild ass, red river hog, Indian peafowl, yellow-backed duiker, giant anteater, white-handed gibbon, Abyssinian ground hornbill, greater kudu, bald eagle, Harlan's hawk, and the common warthog can be seen.
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