As if you needed another reason to begin your search for condos in downtown San Diego, news from the zoo may be your tipping point. The San Diego Zoo will be introducing a new experience to their guests that will allow them to connect with some of the most powerful and delicate species on earth. Starting Tuesday, June 8, the zoo will unveil two new habitats: The Kenneth C. Griffin Komodo Kingdom and the William E. Cole Family Hummingbird Habitat.
The Komodo Kingdom will provide their guests with the opportunity to observe Komodo dragons and learn more about the challenges they face as a species. Visitors will also hear about the work the San Diego Wildlife Alliance is doing to say the Komodo dragon species and preserve the ecosystems they know as home. The exhibit will feature pools, hot rocks and heated caves, and misters in order to recreate their natural habitat. The main reason for the decline in the Komodo dragon species is speculated to be loss of habitat, a fun fact guests will learn during their visit.
The Hummingbird Habitat will house several species of hummingbirds and other rare birds from native regions in North and South America. Designed with streams, orchids,and cascading water, guests will experience an environment similar to those enjoyed by these beautiful creatures.
Both exhibits are designed with sustainable materials with walls and roof panels made up of ethylene tetrafluoroethylene, a plastic manufactured to be more resistant to corrosion. The systems are 100% recyclable, with air pillows that provide solar insulation when filled with air and reduce the need for artificial lighting. These aspects of the exhibits are important to the organization, who prioritize conservation.
The opening of the two new exhibits will pave the way for the grand opening of the new Children’s Zoo, which is set to be open to guests later this year. The area will include four different habitat zones with plants and animals native to each ecosystem.