Lioness

I could stare at this beauty all day long!!

Lion

This big guy has grown quite the mane compared to what he was sporting last year!  He looks much more intimidating than he used to.

Lioness

I seriously love big cats!  I love that it can be easy to recognize similarities between a lion and a house-cat.  For example, with a quick glance, the first and last picture look the same.  However, upon closer inspection, you may notice the change of expression that goes from merely watching to peaked interest.

Wildebeest and Zebra

I used to walk by the wildebeest and zebras and not stop to take pictures.  Recently, I have decided to slow down and take more time.  I've been liking these results!

Prairie Dog

I have always enjoyed watching prairie dogs because they are just so cute!

Sleepy Animals

These hyenas and the owl weren't interested in waking up.  I think it was the heat, but it could be that they are just lazy.  :)

Monkeys

It's been a while since I have taken pictures of these monkeys.  However, I am always trying to improve even upon pictures I really like, so it's always worth taking new ones.  And in case you hadn't noticed, there is a baby swamp monkey clinging to its mom to nurse, so obviously I wanted to take lots of pictures of this newest addition.