Henry Doorly Zoo

Why You Should Visit the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha NE

I live in South Dakota. I love animals. Therefore, whenever we plan a vacation, the first thing I will inquire about
is, “Is there a zoo nearby?”

A week ago we drove 200 miles south for a two day retreat to one of my favorite places to go in the upper Midwest.
We went to see the Henry Doorly Zoo in Omaha, Nebraska. Every couple of years we make the trip. It seems that they
are always adding on or upgrading one section or another. I never tire of going there. To me, it is the most
wonderful therapy there is or stress, or the need to break away from it all for a while. Watching the various antics
and activities of the residents that make up this community at the Henry Doorly Zoo just seems to bring a smile to
almost anyone.

At Scott’s Aquarium, you will watch in fascination and awe as you witness all the stingrays, sharps, fish and
tortoises swimming together in one massive arch shaped aquarium that goes up and over your head. Here you will be
able to see what the underside of each reptile looks like. It is here that also, you will see what my favorite part
of any zoo is. It's the Penguins. In this case, it is the arctic penguins. I could watch them swim and play for
hours. To me they are just so cute.

In the Desert Dome, you will walk through the various kinds of deserts from the different regions of the world. You
cans also see the various kinds of vegetation, plants and birds that inhabit each desert.

Kingdoms of the Nights building is where you will walk through and view all the various creatures from around the
world that are lurking around in the night while most of us are sleeping.

Lied Jungle is in a building that allows you to walk through replicated jungle areas from around the world. Here you
will also have a chance to view the plants, animals and birds that live in the jungle areas.