A century ago, the zoo was founded by a naturalist in partnership with an early conservation society. Managed by the Conservation Society of California, that dedication is apparent to today’s visitors. In addition to the Petting Yard and the ChIldren’s Zoo for younger visitors, the zoo has seven regional areas providing naturalistic habitat for over 850 animals: Adventure Landing, African Savanna, African Veldt, Flamingo Plaza, Tropical Rainforest, Wild Australia, and California Trail. The mammals include chimpanzees, sun bears, elephants, lions, giraffes and more. There are also amphibians, reptiles, birds, and invertebrates. oaklandzoo.org<