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These Pictures of Zoo Animals Playing in the Snow Will Make You Melt

The Brookfield Zoo made sure to document this past weekend's heavy snow.

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The Brookfield Zoo got a lot of snow last weekend, but the animals weren't upset. Take an inside look at what kept them entertained.

Brookfield Zoo’s 4-month-old Amur leopard takes a leap in to the new snowfall. | Photo courtesy of the Brookfield Zoo.
Whirl, an Amur tiger at Brookfield Zoo, seems to enjoy the new snowfall that is blanketing her outdoor habitat. | Photo courtesy of Brookfield Zoo
This robin seen at Brookfield Zoo is taking advantage of the berries left on a some branches. | Photo courtesy of Brookfield Zoo
The cold weather and recent snowfall don’t seem to bother Ron, one of Brookfield Zoo’s bison. His thick mane and coat protect him from severe winter weather. Snow can cover Ron and the other bison’s backs without melting because they are so well-insulated. | Photo courtesy of Brookfield Zoo
Photo courtesy of Brookfield Zoo
Photo courtesy of Brookfield Zoo


All photos courtesy of the Brookfield Zoo

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