Grasslands Africa! is home to the world's:

• Largest and most powerful terrestrial mammal- elephant
• Tallest mammal- giraffe
• Largest bird-ostrich

Visitors will find a giant 30-foot tall concrete Baobab tree equipped with misters and vines located between African elephants and giraffes. One ancient hollow Baobab tree in Zimbabwe was so large that up to 40 people could find shelter inside its trunk. Baobabs have also been used as shops, a prison, houses, storage barns and bus shelters.

Special Features: 30 foot-tall concrete Baobab tree equipped with misters and vines Rocks for scratching Stokely African Elephant Preserve Multiple viewing areas Land Rover for children to play in and a great photo opportunity!

About the Animals:

Grasslands Africa is home to various animals native to the grasslands of Africa- Giraffe, eland, zebra, Greater Kudud, Common Waterbuck, Thomson's Gazelle and African Elephants. Each animal has special adaptations which enable it to survive. Elephants have large ears that help keep them cool when fanned, zebras have stripe patterns that confuse their predators, and giraffe have long necks so they can eat from high branches.

Learn more about giraffes

Learn more about African elephants

Learn more about zebra

Tips when Visiting:

Many new animals are arriving at Grasslands Africa! As you visit Knoxville Zoo, check to see if you can find new faces. The Grasslands Africa family is growing quickly!