These leopards won't eat your face!

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https://www.nashvillezoo.org/leopard-forest

"Leopard Forest
Opens June 20
⏳ 6 Days, 17 Hrs, 29 Mins, 29 Secs

Leopard Forest, the newest and most immersive exhibit at Nashville Zoo, features four brand-new species and the return of our giraffes! Journey into the forest and come face to face with the world’s rarest big cat: the critically endangered Amur leopard.

Join us June 20 for a wild Opening Day.....

Leopard Forest was designed to offer an immersive experience for guests. The habitat features towering trees, including some weighing over 100,000 lbs, that were transported from other areas of the Zoo to recreate a forest environment. The exhibit's highlight is an overhead bridge, where leopards travel above visitors on their way to their outdoor habitat, offering an unforgettable view of these rare cats. The leopard-viewing building is designed to resemble the nest of an African hamerkop waterbird, blending seamlessly with the natural landscape.

The exhibit’s design incorporates elevated walkways that offer numerous viewing points for guests to observe the animals. Geometric steel sculptures by artist Matt Hill bring a modern touch to the environment and a serpentine donor wall, made of mosaic tiles by artist Rhoda Kahler, honors the generosity of those who made this project possible. The signage focuses on modern ecotourism and conservation efforts in Africa, with the theme "Living in Balance" to highlight the importance of protecting the delicate ecosystems these animals call home." (more)

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1. Looks great.

[Docreed2003]

2. Exciting news for the Zoo!