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Reptile Mesa has all kinds of exotic-looking plants including, appropriately, dragon trees! Rhinos may look tough, but their skin is actually quite sensitive. That's why they like to wallow in mud—it puts a layer between their skin and the sun, and insects. Long limbs give servals the ability to leap nine feet—straight up—to catch birds in midair, or reach deep into a rodent burrow to pull out prey. Snow leopards live in Asia at very high elevations, where there are steep cliffs.

The wild goats and sheep they prey on are quite nimble at leaping from rock to rock—and so are snow leopards! Gold-colored takins seem to have the horns of a wildebeest, the nose of a moose, and the body of a bison! But takins are related to sheep and wild goats. When a group of Tasmanian devils feeds together, harsh screeching and spine-chilling screams can often be heard—which may have led to their unusual name. There's almost always something blooming among the Terrace Lagoon's beautiful collection of bamboo, oriental pines, and flowering trees and shrubs.

A simulation of a tropical Asian rain forest, Tiger Trail features plants watered with a custom, high-tech misting system that has allowed them to grow to the point where you may truly feel like you're walking into a jungle. Turtles spend most of their life in the water; terrapins spend time both on land and in water, but always live near water, along rivers, ponds, and lakes.

At the Zoo, guests can occasionally see our two-toed sloth animal ambassadors making special appearances. The endangered Grevy's zebra is the largest of the three zebra species.

It can weigh almost 1, pounds. Wildlife White-fronted bee-eaters. Learn More. Arctic Fox. Australian Wonders. Bateleur Eagle. Black-headed Weaver. Bromeliad Garden. California Condor. Meet the capybara, the largest rodent in the world. Cheetahs are the world's fastest land animal—capable of reaching speeds up to 70 miles per hour! Exit at Park Blvd. Turn left on Park Blvd. Turn right on 11th Avenue and proceed north to A Street. Turn right on A Street and then make a quick left onto Park Blvd.

Parking is free in the lot in front of the Zoo. Additional free parking is available throughout Balboa Park. For fare and schedule information, call , or visit sdmts. Please allow 45 minutes to 1 hour travel time. Bring your camera to this fun and interactive experience, as we bring the animals out to you for an up-close view.

See Details Prices vary by season and days of the week. Admission is separate and required, and may be added before checkout. At a Glance Adults, kids, teens, seniors Offered daily; 90 minutes Giraffes, polar bears, and more! All animals subject to availability Visit different off-view areas with each tour. View Safety Restrictions Wear comfortable shoes.

Some tours require walking to visit several exclusive areas. Tour guests ages 2 and older: please bring a facial covering, as many of our tours include occasional indoor spaces where a facial covering will be required to enter.

Maximum of two children per adult; children 15 years old and younger must be accompanied by a paid adult. All tour participants require a ticket, regardless of age. Our monthly and weekly newsletters will keep you informed about the latest and greatest happenings in the destination.

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