Zoologica is unlike some zoo books. Instead of a few photographs and large sections of text, it is packed with over 1400 photos on 200 plus pages. There are fifteen zoos covered, all from the Midwest. Some are commonly known, such as the Cincinnati and Columbus, while others are more locally acknowledged. This book appeals to both young and old alike. Children will enjoy the many brilliant photos of exotic animals. There are over 300 species represented. Adults may prefer the discovery of a new place to explore or perhaps the chance to see something they did not know existed. All in all, it is a pleasurable visual experience.