Friday June 14, 2024, after a 4 year renovation project the Omaha Henry Doorly Zoo Re-Opened the Hubbard Orangutan Forest. I am impressed and this exhibit is so far beyond imagination I am absolutely stunned. The upper entry across from the exit of the desert dome still has elevators to the lower level, but is redecorated in grand style. This is an absolute must see!! The OmahaZoo hit a grand slam here.
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Read moreHubbard Orangutan Forest at Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo offers an up-close look at these intelligent primates in a lush, interactive habitat. The climbing structures and open spaces allow them to swing and play naturally. Large viewing windows provide fantastic close encounters, making it an educational and unforgettable experience for all ages! The Orangutans are...
Read moreHats off! to the artisans that created this themed environment. (The trees and vines as well as floor and pools.) I know for a fact that the temperature was over 100 degrees and humidity was in the upper 90s with little or no air circulation. The cement generates additional heat as it...
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