Cosley Zoo is a facility of the Wheaton Park DistrictSituated on five acres, dotted with ponds, this nationally recognized zoo offers an intimate experience with a large variety of domestic farm animals and native Illinois wildlife. Paved pathways welcome you, creating accessibility throughout the zoo. A stroll through the barn gives visitors an opportunity to encounter a rare American Cream Draft Horse, wooly llamas, playful goats and a host of other animals. Wind along the paths to discover the wildlife exhibits, with their shady expanses, that immerse you in natural habitats for White-Tailed Deer, Red Fox, Three-toed Box Turtle, Black-crowned Night Heron and a collection of other animals.
While the animals are the main attraction, the zoo also features a historical train station, a railroad caboose, a tree-lined picnic area, a unique gift shop and a seasonal concession stand. Throughout the year, Cosley Zoo offers a wide variety of educational programs,special events and opportunities to become involved with the zoo and its animals.
Miller Park Zoo offers many exhibits and Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family. Some highlights include: sun bears, reindeer, Sumatran tiger, sea lions, river otters, red pandas, lemurs, Galapagos tortoise, bald eagles, pallas cats, Amur leopard, gibbons, and red wolves. The Zoo features many large exhibits such as a Wallaby WalkAbout, ZooLab, Children's Zoo, Animals of Asia, and the Katthoefer animal building.
The Zoo's newest exhibit is the Tropical America Rainforest. Guests will see an array of animals and plants whose species make their home in the rainforests of Central and South America. Throughout the relaxing stroll, on a winding path, over a bridge, beside a water fall, visitors are sure to be surprised bythe mammals, reptiles, and beautiful free flying birds spotted along the way.
Admission Rates
| Youth (ages 3-12) | $3.50 |
| Adult (ages 13-59) | $4.50 |
| Senior Citizens (ages 60 and up) | $3.50 |
| Children (under 3 with adult) | FREE |
| Group Rate - advance reservations required; Restrictions | CALL |
| PARKING | FREE |
Miller Park Zoo is handicap accessible.
Animal Feeding Schedule
Marine Mammals ~ 10:30 and 3:00
Big Cats and Bears ~ 4:00
Niabi Zoo will open for the 2008 season at 9:30 AM on Monday March 24 for the general public. Zoo members will enjoy at weekend preview on March 22 & 23. Watch for more information about the member's egg hunt scheduled for Saturday, March 22.
Niabi Zoological Society
12908 Niabi Zoo Road
Coal Valley, IL 61240
Phone: (309) 799-3482 Fax: (309) 799-5761
Willowbrook Wildlife Center
Willowbrook Wildlife Center is a rehabilitation facility that provides care and medical treatment for injured and orphaned animals that are native to northeastern Illinois. As an education center, Willowbrook also serves as a resource for understanding the natural world and provides learning experiences for DuPage County residents to help them live in harmony with diverse, healthy wildlife populations.
The center opened in 1952 as Willowbrook Wildlife Haven, a rehabilitation center and refuge operated by individuals concerned about the welfare of wild animals. In 1956, Willowbrook Forest Preserve was deeded to the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County. In 1981, after almost 30 years of operation, the facility was renamed Willowbrook Wildlife Center. At that time, an education and treatment center and an outdoor exhibit area were constructed.
Location
The entrance is located on the east side of Park Boulevard at Fawell Boulevard (formerly 22nd Street), across from the College of DuPage. It is approximately one mile north of Butterfield Road (Route 56).
Peoria Zoo (Glen OAk)The zoo is located at 2218 N. Prospect Rd. Peoria, Il 61603
Open daily from 10:00-4:30
Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Eve and New Years Day
Adults (13 and over) $5.95, Children (3-12) $3.75, Children (2 and under) FREE
Seniors( 65 and over) $5.25
Directions to the Zoo
Contact us at : info@peoriazoo.org
Wildlife Prairie State Park
Wildlife Prairie is proud to host most of the native mammal species that once called Illinois home. Their enclosures were designed with their nature habitats in mind. From the 86 acre pasture of the extirpated bison and elk to the more rare in the wild species such as cougars and river otters, to the threatened black bears or our eastern timber wolf pack, you're sure to see something that touches your inner self. We even have some of the more common species such as coyotes and red foxes. And our pioneer farmstead allows petting of goats and the like.
Henson Robinson ZooIn the spring of 2007, the Henson Robinson Zoo received two baby bobcats. Initially, the zoo was to be a temporary holding facility until a permanent home was found for the pair. In the ensuing weeks & months, zoo staff and visitors alike vocalized a desire to keep the bobcats at the Henson Robinson Zoo. By sponsoring the bobcats, you can make this possible as we prepare to build a new exhibit.
Contact the zoo at (217)753-6217 for more information on sponsoring the bobcats.
Open Year-Round
March - October
November - February
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- Miller Park Zoo, BLOOMINGTON
- Brookfield Zoo, BROOKFIELD
- Grindstone Valley Zoo, CHATHAM
- John G. Shedd Aquarium, CHICAGO
- Lincoln Park Zoological Gardens, CHICAGO
- Peaceable Primate Sanctuary, CHICAGO
- Judy Istock Butterfly Haven, CHICAGO
- Niabi Zoo, COAL VALLEY
- Scovill Children's Zoo, DECATUR
- Willowbrook Wildlife Center, GLEN ELLYN
- Animals for Awareness, PALOS PARK
- Glen Oak Zoo, PEORIA
- Wildlife Prairie Park, PEORIA
- Henson Robinson Zoo, SPRINGFIELD
- Cosley Animal Farm & Museum, WHEATON
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