It's the best zoo in LA and not nearly as sad as i...

It's the best zoo in LA and not nearly as sad as it was when I was a kid, but there are no zoos that couldn't improve some aspects of how they operate. Overall, the exhibits are well maintained, though some of the interactive elements are worn out and busted. There's minimal shade or mist sprayers and cover on hot summer days, so much of the time between paddocks can be spent dashing from shady spot to shady spot. More coverage from shade trees would drastically improve the visitor experience, especially on that upper loop, above the elephant enclosures.