My alltime favorite at the zoo, Yukon (his mate, Aurora was fast asleep in one of her dens all day, all you could see of her was one of her feet)


Did you know a polar bears fur is actually clear while their skin is black. Some light reflects off the fur and makes it look white while most of the sun's rays reach their black skin, which absorbs the heat and keeps the polar bear warm.

Same bear, taken from the other side of the enclosure


A snowy owl. I wish it came out better but (s)he was in the shade. They really are beautiful birds.


The South African Bush Elephants who were just moved into their new enclosure a few months ago. Their new barn is HUGE. The bigger one is Jenny C, who lost her baby earlier this year while in delivery. It was so sad because her behind is still all red & partially open. The smaller one in front is Lilac.


African Penguins, otherwise known as Black Footed Penguins. They are always such a cute little bunch to watch.


Amur Tigers, sorry about the sun, (it was a very sunny day). These are 2 of the 3 cubs that were born on May of 05'. They aren't that little anymore. lol


There's still more pics on the way....