As far as zoos go, the Miami-Metro Zoo is relatively nice. The areas for the animals (while not as good as being in the wild) are decent. I won't put names on many of the animals because I have no idea what they are, but most are obvious.
(Click on photos to enlarge.)
Besides a lot of free-flying birds, the zoo has an
amazing aviary. This is an endangered Harpy Eagle.
I thought he was a little strange looking; but, I'm sure
he thought the same of me.
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Two way-cute little birds!
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flying monkeys in the Wizard of Oz