More backstage at the zoo

Did I fail to mention that the "backstage pass" came with our own paparazzi?

I really think the Cheeta is giving me the evil eye here...or maybe its Eric. Whomever it was, there wasn't much getting by this cheeta.

Petting the handsome rhinos.

Flamingo feeding

More flamingo feeding.

Red Kangaroo - I couldn't believe how soft these critters were - incredible!

More fun with the Rhinos

yikes. Hand sanitizer was also provided!

Long eared kitty, also a magnicifent creature.

While the zoo does a fantastic job with their animal ambassadors and with conservation of critters, nothing was more breathtaking on our trip than to have the dolphins jumping near our kayaks in their own wild habitat, where I was an intruder on their waves. I wish I had taken my paparazzi so I could share that as well.