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    Dr. Louden Wright Hired

    Dr. Louden Wright has filled the position as the full-time veterinarian for Great Plains Zoo. Read More »

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    ZooCamp

    Our summer ZooCamp registration is open. Register for your child's adventure TODAY! Read More »

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    Become a Member

    Become a member and SAVE big on education programs, the Gift Shop, and more! Read More »

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    Up-Close Encounters

    Feed a Black Rhino or watch our African Painted Dogs in a training session... there's something for everyone! Read More »

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    Lion Habitat

    Join us in "Building Our Community Pride." This multi-phase campaign will enable visitors to see a pride of up to 10 Lions, including cubs. Read More »

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    Rare Rhinos of Africa

    The Great Plains Zoo is home to three rare Eastern Black Rhinos. Learn about these critically endangered species in the Zoo's "Rare Rhinos of Africa" exhibit. Read More »

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    Hy-Vee Face-to-Face Farm

    See animals up-close in the Hy-Vee Face-to-Face Farm. Feed a new friend and interact with rare breed goats, sheep and alpacas! Read More »

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today at the Zoo (10:00am-5:00pm)

OpenLast admission at 4 p.m.

Our Mission: Fostering a greater understanding of our natural world through education, conservation, recreation and discovery. 

The Great Plains Zoo & Delbridge Museum of Natural History is a source of affordable family fun and education in Sioux Falls! The Zoo’s collection includes Tigers, Giraffe, Rhinos, Zebras, and a national award-winning Snow Monkey exhibit. 

Animals

North America

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African Savannah

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Primates

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Flamingos

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Asian Cats

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Birds, Bugs & Amphibians

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Hy-Vee Face-to-Face Farm

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Endangered Animals

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News & Events

Dr. Louden Wright Hired as Full-Time Veterinarian February 24, 2021
Christmas with Santa Canceled Due to COVID-19 Pandemic November 18, 2020
CEO Named October 27, 2020
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Adopt An Animal

With hundreds of animals that call your Great Plains Zoo home, it’s no surprise that our costs to care for these wonderful animals is high. In fact, each week your GPZoo spends over $5,000 just feeding our animals! Providing high-quality, professional care is our top priority and we need your help! Each of our animals comes with its own set of dietary restrictions, stimulation interests, habitat requirements, veterinary care needs, and so much more! Adopting one of your #GPZooAnimalCrew is a great way to support some of your favorite animals directly!

Red Panda

Adopt A Red Panda

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Snow Monkey

Adopt A Snow Monkey

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Adopt an Amur Tiger

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Humboldt Penguin

Adopt a Penguin

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Black Rhino

Adopt a Rhinoceros

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Adopt a Reticulated Giraffe

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Meerkat

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Adopt a Brown Bear

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  • Love this zoo! Great place to get a walk in and the animals are everywhere! The museum/indoor part is very educational too. Has a lot of shade for when it's hot out. Very clean. Friendly staff.

    Taylor F.

  • We love to visit the zoo. They have great outdoor exhibits and lots to do inside as well. Great for kids and adults.

    Robin A.

  • Lots of great exhibits and animals to see! Fun gift shop and learning center.

    Stephanie N.

  • The museum gives you a break from the sun on hot summer days and has a great selection of animal exhibits from around the world.  The zoo keeps growing and adding new animal habitats or improving existing ones.  Membership offers reciprocal benefits to other zoos around the country.

    Bill T.
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