The Sullivans have annual passes to the Hogle Zoo and they generously invited us to join them and get 2 of our entrance fees waived. The zoo has been undergoing massive renovations. They renovate about 1/3 of the zoo at a time. A huge exhibit with polar bears and sea lions has opened since the last time we went.
The polar bear was the biggest show-off. He would dive under the water and swim towards the window, then push himself up on the window and dive backwards under the water. He did this continuously as long as there were people in the window. The girls screamed each time he pushed off the window. Claire was a little braver than Sadie and sat right where the bear would push off.
Obligatory lion's head drinking fountain pictures.
We attended a bird show. The birds flew directly over our heads multiple times. I went into the show thinking I was getting a chance to rest my legs, and I left very impressed. There were a few loud birds (hence, the ear blocking), a few super colorful ones, and a few massive ones. Check out the owl flying below.
The carousel was empty after the show and we took advantage.
Our last few stops included the indoor exhibits with various reptiles, birds, and small monkeys.
By the end of the visit Elise was asking for her bed. And so was I.
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