Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo has just announced a new African Grasslands exhibit that will feature open spaces for unobstructed views of zebras, rhinos, lions, and much more wildlife. Above is an artist's depiction of how the new exhibit will be displayed.
The $70 million dollar project will be the largest in the history of the zoo, and will encompass 28 acres of full-immersion outdoor habitat featuring breathtaking panoramic views.
Beginning this summer, construction will start on Phase I of the project. This includes major exhibits for elephants, giraffes, white rhinoceros, cheetahs, impalas, zebras and more. It will also feature mixed species habitats, pools for animals and interactive demonstration areas such as a petting zoo and a giraffe feeding platform. There will also be a large African Lodge at the center of the exhibit where private functions can be hosted.
The first phase of this project is expected to be completed by the summer of 2016. Phase II will feature the top predators of Africa and their prey, and that project is expected to begin in 2017. New restrooms and concession stands are also being carefully planned to accommodate this new exhibit, which will be located where the existing zebra and rhino exhibits are.
This is very exciting news for Omaha and all of the surrounding areas. For a zoo that is already ranked as one of the top destinations in the world, this is fantastic news.
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