Animals

The Phoenix Zoo Roam the 125 acres of animal habitats; prowl with the panthers; slither in to see slinky serpents; find the Forest of Uco, where an endangered spectacled bear lives. 455 N. Galvin Pkwy., Phoenix, AZ; +1 602 273 1341. Fee.

Reid Park Zoo Prowl the habitats of wild animals from all over the world; see a zebra's stripes; linger with lions; make friends with the zoo's two polar bears, Boris and Kobe. 1030 South Randolph Way and 22nd St., Tucson, AZ; +1 520 881 4753. Fee.

Wildlife World Zoo Float past the Kangaroo Walkabout on an Australian boat ride; feed colorful parrots native to the South Pacific; encounter the many exotic species that make up Arizona's biggest assortment of rare and endangered animals. 16501 West Northern Ave., Litchefield Park, AZ; +1 623 935 9453.