A Few Scenes from the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens

MATTHEW HENDERSON | DEC. 9, 2021 | PHOTO ESSAY

This cut-out made from greenery offers a view to the central Koi pond of the Zoo’s Asian Gardens Exhibit.

The Malayan Tiger pictured here seems to be enjoying his dinner.

Part of a walkway that connects the two halves of the Asia Loop together.

Pathway to the entrance of Asian Gardens featuring tall, arching bamboo stalks.

The Caribbean flamingo, like the one featured here, is said to be the brightest colored of all flamingos.

A blue speckled door located in one of the aquatic exhibits.

Repeating set of columns on the outskirts of the Range of the Jaguar Exhibit.

A rather sleepy bonobo situated in the Zoo's African Forest Exhibit.

A White-Bellied Bustard utilizing its heat lamp to stay warm.

The Jacksonville Zoo features many themed locations; this stone head is prominently displayed at the entrance of the "Lost Temple".

A hanging plant fixture decorating the outside of one of numerous novelty shops at the Zoo.

Featured here is the Jacksonville Zoo's primary mascot, the reticulated giraffe; this is one of the older giraffes of the bunch, as its color is darker than the others.