Animal Spotlights

Starting May 23 through early August 2023, Animal Spotlights give guests a fun experience to watch the animals in action as special enrichment is added to their habitats at scheduled times each day.

What is Enrichment?  Enrichment helps animals stay active, curious, and mentally engaged through fun challenges.


MondayTuesdayWednesdayThursdayFriday
11:30am
Ambassador Animal
at the outdoor Chautauqua Amphitheatre
11:30am
Sloth Bear 
at the Asia Trail
11:30am
Sichuan Takin
at the lower Asia Trail
11:30am
Asian-Small Clawed Otter
at lower Asia Trail
11:30am
Ambassador Animal
at the outdoor Chautauqua Amphitheatre


SaturdaySunday
11:30am - White Pelican at the Americas Trail
2:30pm - Spotted Hyena at lower Africa Trail
3:30pm - Red-Footed Tortoise at the Americas Trail
11:30am - White Pelican at the Americas Trail
2:30pm - Malayan Tiger at the Asia Trail
3:30pm Chimpanzee at the upper Africa Trail


Animal Spotlights include enrichment in the animal's habitat or the scheduled outdoor presentation at the Chautauqua Amphiteatre near the concessions. Animal care staff may not be present during habitat enrichment. Spotlight schedules may change due to weather, animal care needs, and do not occur during special events and fundraiser dates.

Revised 5/21/26