Considered to be one of the best zoological exhibitions in the world,
Lisbon Zoo contains a variety of different exhibits all set in
enclosures very similar to their original habitats. Some of the
more noteworthy include: Dolphins Bay, this exhibit was begun
in 1995 and is now one of the biggest attractions of the Zoo.
Shows combine the acrobatics of the dolphins and the sea-lions
with some interesting information about the characteristics of
these animals, their adaptation to marine life and some ecological
elements. Cable car, opened in 1994, the cable car rapidly became
one of the main attractions in the zoo. In two person cabs, visitors
can enjoy a 20 minute journey over the zoo offering a very unique
view of the zoological gardens. Passing over the hippopotami,
the tigers, the lions and many other animals is an experience
not to be missed! In the Sea-lions area visitors can view a daily
show where the relationship between the coach and these affable
animals is quite unique. As he introduces each sea-lion to the
public, he makes them do some acrobatics and he teaches children
about the habits of these fantastic animals. A visit to Reptile
land in Lisbon's Zoo means going back in time and learning all
about the beginning of cellular life on Earth. In the Little
Theatre of Nature (Teatrinho da Natureza) a riotous group of
macaws, cockatoos and parrots ride bicycles, do roller-skating,
drive jeeps, while others show their intellectual capacities
by making calculations and some just sit lazily on sun beds.
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