Missouri Habitats

A pleasant walk leads guests to Missouri Habitats, a natural forested example of Missouri wilderness. This cooperative effort between Dickerson Park Zoo and the Missouri Department of Conservation is an exceptional representation of the state's natural history, telling the story of animals that are or were once native to Missouri. For many “city-dwellers,” this may be their only opportunity to see these animals.

From the boardwalk look over into exhibits for Black Bears and Coyotes, and Red Foxes. Other favorites in Missouri Habitats include exhibits of Raccoons, Bobcats and North American River Otters, with underwater viewing windows.

In August 2004, Dickerson Park Zoo opened the final phase of Missouri Habitats, adding exhibits for Mountain Lions and Gray Wolves, and a new yard for White-tail Deer.