Giraffes are pretty much the only animal guaranteed not to see the winter months. "Giraffes are not adaptable," said Linehan. Their cold weather cutoff is 64 degrees.

If you go: From 6-8:30 p.m. on select dates, The Living Desert Zoo and Gardens, 47900 Portola Ave., Palm Desert, offers adult and family “Park After Dark” events that allow guest to see what ...