Construction is well underway at Utah’s Hogle Zoo for a new and exciting Rocky Shores exhibit that will feature polar bears, brown bears, seals, river otters, sea lions, and bald eagles! With an anticipated opening in early Summer 2012 we wanted to share the progress with you. 

The foreground of the photo will become the main visitor path winding down the hill from the east of the otter and eagle habitats then south toward the seal and sea lion cove overlook. On the south end of the seal and sea lion pool will be the amphitheater where visitors will get up close underwater views of the agile animals swimming. When completed, the Underwater View Building will immerse Zoo visitors in an underwater world where polar bears, seals and sea lions can be seen swimming adjacently.

Check back next month to see Rocky Shores’ progress when we post an updated construction photo!

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