Carved Pumpkin
We were greeted near the entrance of the Phoenix Zoo by a friendly witch. Carved and painted pumpkins lined the walk along part of the Arizona Trail. The same area featured decorated doors that are likely used for treating young guests during timely evening programs. In terms of animals, both Sumatran tigers were active with the male pacing back and forth in front of a viewing window and the female circling a water pool before deciding to take a nap in some shade. A young mandrill posed in front of a window while across the way the male Himalayan baboon was also sitting near a window. The two California condors were on the ground immediately in front of us; the male relentlessly pecking at the female. One golden eagle posed on a branch close to the viewing area while the other stayed farther back in the shade. The lego sculptures continue to attract visitors, the polar bear and cubs not far from the camel ride, the peacock as one exits the zoo. Visiting the Phoenix Zoo is always a treat.
