Climbable Animal Exhibit Opens At Philadelphia Zoo

PHILADELPHIA — The Philadelphia Zoo has launched a brand-new experience that will teach visitors about some of the world’s most inspiring conservation success stories—one climb at a time.

Wildlife Rescue by Little Ray’s Exhibitions brings life-sized and larger-than-life climbable sculptures of endangered species to the zoo for an educational adventure.

From the majestic bald eagle to the astonishing orangutan, children and adults alike are encouraged to interact with this art installation and learn about what it takes to bring an animal back from the brink of extinction.

"We are always looking for innovative and interactive ways to connect people with wildlife and inspire action to protect animals," Philadelphia Zoo President & CEO Dr. Jo-Elle Mogerman, said. "We know how important it is for children to learn through play, and we hope climbing on the back of a northern leopard frog or posing with leatherback sea turtle and learning about how humans worked together to save these species will spark love and compassion for the natural world."

The exhibition includes 13 scientifically accurate animal statues spread out across the zoo’s 42-acre campus and include:

• Atlantic Sturgeon
• Black footed ferret
• Bald eagle
• Burrowing owl
• Cane toad
• Crested gecko
• Flame-knee tarantula
• Leatherback sea turtle
• Northern leopard frog
• Orangutan
• Red panda
• Rusty-patch bumblebee
• Snow leopard

Wildlife Rescue is included in admission and membership and runs now through Sept. 14.

Admission ranges from $19 to $29 for adults and children, and is no charge for zoo members.

Tickets are available online here.