Cincinnati Zoo, Hippo Cove

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Hippos returned to the Cincinnati Zoo after a 20-year absence with the opening of Hippo Cove. The $7.5 million project is the latest addition to the African exhibits. The exhibit provides underwater viewing for close-ups of Henry and Bibi, the 3,000-plus pound residents. Zoological Habitat Features of the New Hippo Cove A 70,000-gallon pool with a waterfall…

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Fernbank Museum Wildwoods Outdoor Play Area

Two young girls play at the Fernbank museum's outdoor play area sensory wall.

The Fernbank Museum expanded outdoors this summer with its recently opened Wildwoods exploration and outdoor adventure play area. The expansion included an elevated walkway, an interactive dry and water play area, and various nature trails. Outdoor Play Area Features, Designed & Fabricated by COST COST was contracted to assist the preconstruction team with budgeting and…

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Turtle Back Zoo, Savannah Café

A 150-foot long ball python sculpture sits outside of the Tutle Back Zoo Savannah Cafe. The snake features a yellow and black spotted pattern.

On May 2nd, 2016, Essex County Officials had the distinct pleasure of cutting the ribbon on the Turtle Back Zoo’s Savannah Café. This $6,000,000 investment offers its patrons a first-floor dining area that is about 9,125 square feet with seating for 106 people, second-floor dining with an enclosed 2,000-square-foot dining area, and a 5,125 square…

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El Paso Zoo, Reptile and Wild Dog Exhibits

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Fresno Chaffee Zoo, African Adventure

Fresno Chaffee Zoo, African Adventure

The Fresno Chaffee Zoo opened its 13-acre African Adventure in the fall. African Adventure features multi-specie exhibits that allow patrons to view these animals as if they were within their native habitat, the African plains and savannas. The project includes several species, including elephants, cheetahs, lions, white rhinoceros, reticulated giraffes, and other hoof stock. A…

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