Big Cats in Illinois

Managed by the Chicago Zoological Society, it is open every day. Since its opening in 1934, it has maintained an international reputation for taking a cutting-edge role in animal care and conservation issues.

- African Lion
- Amur Leopard
- Amur Tiger
- Clouded Leopard
- Snow Leopard

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Lincoln Park, located just minutes north of Chicago, is a prime spot for animal lovers. With lions and gorillas thriving in exhibits of tropical rainforests, dry-thorn forests and spacious savannas, it offers something for everyone.

- African Lion
- Amur Leopard
- Amur Tiger
- Jaguar
- Puma
- Serval
- Snow Leopard

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Located in Coal Valley, Illinois, and Part of the Rock Island County Forest Preserve, Niabi covers 38 Acres, has a variety of big cats, and offers educational programs tailored to learning all about them.

- Cougar
- Jaguar
- Leopard
- Tiger

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Miller Park has many exhibits, such as a Tropical America Rainforest, ZooLab, Katthoefer Animal Building, Wallaby WalkAbout, Children's Programs and Animals of Asia. It offers Zookeeper interaction opportunities that are enjoyed by the whole family.

- Amur Leopard
- Sumatran Tiger

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An accredited Aquarium member since 1982, Peoria has many exhibits featuring spacious habitats that are very much like the natural environments of the animals in the wild.

- African Lion
- Amur Tiger

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The shores of Lake Decatur is home to more than 500 animals, andfeatures a wide variety of animal species. Special events and educational programs offer opportunities for animal lovers of all ages.

- Cheetah

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