This week's Close to Home heads to the Bronx Zoo, the largest urban zoo in the country.

The Bronx Zoo offers views of baby baboons, buffalos, peacocks and many other wild animals.  

News 12 is told the Congo Gorilla Forest gives attendees an intimate look at gorillas the way they would behave in the wild." 

Attendees can purchase a timed entry ticket online before visiting.  

Throughout July and August visitors can explore Eric Carle's World of Wildlife exhibit at the Bronx Zoo. It brings to life the children's books of the late author. 

The exhibit will be open from Friday through Sunday.