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Columbus, Toledo zoos opening new exhibits

By WTOP Staff

The Associated Press

Two of Ohio’s zoos are opening their big new exhibits this weekend.

The Columbus Zoo is showing off its 43-acre safari-themed addition where visitors can see lions, wildebeests and cheetahs.

The area also offers camel rides and a chance to feed giraffes.

The Toledo Zoo has three new bird-themed attractions.

A new penguin area offers underwater viewing while visitors also will be able to get a close to flamingoes and parakeets in their new homes.

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