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Review of Fresno Chaffee Zoo

Animal Exhibits - 9 / 10 Some are outdated, all ar...

Animal Exhibits - 9 / 10 Some are outdated, all are planned for renovation.
Food - 9 / 10 Not expensive at all. $2.50 for a hot dog/ bottled water is NOT pricey for a zoo, period.
Staff- 10 / 10 Had the honor of talking to several Zoologists yesterday, all were extremely informative about the animals they're caring for. Clean up, purchasing and all other staff were as professional as can be.
Cleanliness - 9 / 10 - While the Zoo is sharing its parking lot with another park, the outside could certainly look better, but the inside is kept quite well, and it's adorable.
Fun Factor - 10 / 10 - While this zoo isn't the largest you've been to, it certainly packs a punch full of fun. I got to pet a massive 7 foot Nurse Shark for many minutes in a row, to hand feeding shrimp to big and small sting rays, to taking as many selfies as I wanted at their pet feeding farm. Goats, llamas, cows, chickens and even sheep! Had a blast!

I'm 31, and still get excited when seeing animals from all over the globe. The Fresno Zoo is a perfect day adventure for anyone, not just kids. I had a great time taking just my girlfriend, and we will most definitely be back again!

Oh by the way! $12 for a day pass is a steal!