New Years Day - Monday at the Jacksonville Zoo!

We managed to get moving in the morning (did not drink last night - so all clear headed), AA drove to pick up Siyan (Donaldson) and then I drove them to the Zoo. Ford stayed home, did the dishes, took care of Ginger, etc. 
We enjoyed the sunny, warmer weather, up to 64 degrees! I walked by myself (walked about 13,000 steps; over 5 miles) while AA and Siyan explored for hours; Siyan had not been there since kindergarten. 

We ate lunch at the Trout River Cafe (only one open), Siyan had the chicken wrap, AA had the caprese wrap and I had the cheeseburger.

First two photos at entrance to Zoo:

Siyam took a few selfies; with 3D glasses:

The beautiful Asian Lanterns, Colors of the Wild. Would like to see it at night.

Zodiacs:

Took the train at the end, we walked several miles, beautiful day.

Baby Jaguar Banks was outside playing while his mother watched.

Otters swimming:

I saw seven giraffes; there were actually eight.

Bottle tree at Trout River frontage garden (made with rebar):

Elephant (from Michael Jackson's estate):

Asian Garden and ponds:

At main entrance, inside Zoo: