Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium’s Amphibian Conservation Area celebrates a milestone year with involvement in their first-ever repatriation effort for Western boreal toads and the release of their 100,000th amphibian into the wild during September.
In August, Hubbard Gorilla Valley reopened with an updated African Jungle theme and enhancements that reflect the immersive and educational style of Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium. It also added climbing structures and multiple options for variety of enrichment in different locations throughout, which encourages investigation and foraging by the Gorillas in a more complex setting.
In July, the Lee G. Simmons Aviary reopened with an elevated and on ground boardwalk and a special section dedicated to flamingo viewing, along with an indoor, nearly 1,000-square-foot flamingo shelter.
This project capped off the 10-year master plan that transformed Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium into a predominately immersive experience.
Other pieces of the master plan included the Scott African Grasslands, Scott Alaskan Adventure Splashgrounds, Bay Family Children’s Adventure Trails, Harper Event Center, Asian Highlands, and Owen Sea Lion Shores.
In July, the Zoo welcomed its one millionth visitor.
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