Beyond the grasslands lies a vast desert where water has vanished and plants are scarce.

Discover how desert animals thrive in surprising ways and learn the secrets of one of nature’s toughest environments.

Giant Ancients Roots

Beneath the soil, roots are busy explorers—some reaching deep, others spreading wide—all working to keep the tree alive.

Step into the world of this ancient tree and discover the hidden network that supports its life.

Bat Cave

Bats are expert navigators, using echoes and sounds to “see” in the dark.

Step into this dark cave and “see” how these amazing creatures use sound to find their way, from their perspective!

Snake Belly

Climb inside the slithery belly of a snake and peek through its flexible bones to spot other creatures hidden throughout Curiosity Cove!

Underground Galleries

Reveal the unseen life of the desert floor, where animals shelter from heat and predators, care for their young, and search for food.

Spot silver ants, jerboas, scorpions, fennec foxes, golden moles, hyraxes, desert monitors, and even meerkats!

Labyrinth

Spot fennec foxes, hyraxes, and meerkats as the paths appear to stretch endlessly in this playful, reflective infinity mirror display.

Animal Crossings - Lizard Rocks

Be the lizard that “dances” to cool its blood. Jump from rock to rock toward the Dryland—some rocks are stable, while others wobble under your feet!

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