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What you should know
Visitor tip
Sun bears at Sun Bear Canyon are often hard to spot as they rest in trees throughout the day. Plan to visit multiple viewing areas and look up into the canopy - patience and thorough exploration of the forested habitat will increase your chances of seeing them.
Visitor tip
Take time to read all the informational signage throughout the exhibit. Visitors specifically highlighted the great educational content about the sun bears, which enhances understanding of these fascinating animals and their behavior.
Visitor tip
Sun Bear Canyon is suitable for all ages, including young children who find the bears engaging. The forested habitat design works well for family visits, though be prepared for some searching to locate the animals.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Featured Exhibit
- Sun Bear Canyon
- Highlight
- Forested habitat with multiple viewing areas
What visitors say
Large, forested space for resident sun bears. They can be hard to locate, but check out the different viewing areas and you may find one sleeping in a tree. Great informational signage about the sun bears that call Oakland Zoo home. A…
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Did You Know?
- Sun Bear Canyon features a forested habitat where sun bears may rest in trees, requiring visitors to check multiple viewing areas to locate them
- The exhibit includes informational signage about sun bears and their conservation, enhancing the educational experience at Oakland Zoo
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