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Visitor tip
Plan to attend the Zoo Tales story-time program for an interactive educational experience that brings the animals and their habitats to life, especially great for younger visitors
Visitor tip
Staff are noted as very friendly and knowledgeable—don't hesitate to ask them questions about the reptiles and animals; they can provide educational insights that enhance your visit
Quick Facts
- Type
- Zoo
- Specialty
- Reptiles and Friends
- History
- Celebrating 125 years since 1901
- Programs
- Field trips, educational programs, special events
- Membership
- Available with partner swaps
What visitors say
Great amount of animals. Very friendly staff.
Great reptile house, currently being updated and worked on, only about half open, but still plenty to see and with a visit
We saw many reptiles and amphibians we've never seen before. Even some icky Madagascar Cockroaches!
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Did You Know?
- Tropical Encounters serves over 2 million visitors annually, making it one of the most heavily visited attractions at Como Zoo
- The exhibit features Chloe the sloth as a named resident animal, creating a memorable focal point that is frequently mentioned by visitors
- Tropical Encounters maintains a warm, humid tropical environment year-round in Minnesota, serving as a winter refuge from cold temperatures
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