Brookfield Zoo
Near Chicago. 216 acres includes a children's zoo, butterfly garden, and innovative family play zoo. Site has general information, animal photos and descriptions, exhibit overviews, conservation publications and a butterfly resource guide.
Cosley Zoo
Wheaton near Chicago. 35 species on 5 acres. Directions, hours, animals on exhibit, zoo history, and special events.
Glen Oak Zoo
Peoria. General information, classes and programs offered, and special events.
Henson Robinson Zoo
Springfield. 300 animals representing 90 species. General information, a virtual tour, and information on educational programs for schools.
Hickory Shadows Zoo
Exotic and wildlife rehabilitation and education facility. Hours, directions and photos.
Lincoln Park Zoo
Chicago. One of the nation's oldest zoos housing 1200 animals representing 230 species. Includes children's zoo, carousel and paddle boats. Site has general information, a detailed timeline history with pictures, virtual tour of exhibits with animal photos and descriptions, and conservation and education program information.
Miller Park Zoo
Bloomington near Peoria. Includes general information, hours of operation, staff and volunteers, and opportunities.
Niabi Zoo
Coal Valley near Moline. 900 animals representing 160 species on 40 acres. Includes children's zoo, carousel, playground and miniature train. Site has general information, zoo map, special events, and education program summary.
Scovill Zoo
Decatur. Parks department site with information about special events, educational programs, and visiting.
Shedd Aquarium
Chicago. Largest indoor aquarium in the world, with more than 8,000 aquatic animals. Visitor information, history, exhibit overview, events, conservation information and animal photos and descriptions.
The Wildlife Discovery Center
Features native, exotic and venomous reptiles, amphibians and birds of prey. Offers wildlife programs, group presentations, camps, and trips. City page with contact information and current programs.
Willowbrook Wildlife Center
Glen Ellyn. A wildlife rehabilitation and education center, providing care and medical treatment for injured and orphaned native wildlife; features include publications, educational programs, maps and location, and events calendar.