Despite bitter cold, animals at Detroit Zoo revel and romp in winter weather [VIDEO]

ROYAL OAK (WWJ) - While a lot of Metro Detroiters weren't too thrilled with the multiple rounds of snow, slippery conditions and frigid air that struck at the area this week, residents at the Detroit Zoo sure seemed to enjoy it.

Red pandas, wolverines, otters and -- of course -- polar bears were all captured playing, snoozing and sliding across their enclosures at zoo, located in Huntington Woods/Royal Oak, that looked more like the backdrop to a winter wonderland.

Several inches of snow impacted the area early Thursday morning and another round dusted the ground on Friday on top of left over accumulations from last weekend.

But the critters didn't seem to mind.

In fact, the snow appeared to rouse famous polar bear, Suka, from her den last week.

According to zoo officials, winter is a great time to visit indoor and outdoor exhibits. Some of the animals change their behavior patterns when the temperature drops, with some displaying increased activity levels to the delight of visitors.

In addition to wolverines, polar bears and red pandas, the zoo said gray wolves, Japanese macaques, tigers, camels, and arctic foxes also remain active in winter.

Yes, even the camels.

"Bactrian camels are well adapted to survive in a wide range of climates," zoo officials explained. "They have a very thick coat – 240 individual hairs per square centimeter – and grow an extra layer of wooly fur to help them stay toasty in below freezing temperatures."

The Zoo also provides many indoor areas to explore for visitors who want to escape the cold, including the Edward Mardigian Sr. River Otter Habitat, Matilda R. Wilson Free-Flight Aviary, Butterfly Garden, Holden Reptile Conservation Center, National Amphibian Conservation Center, Great Apes of Harambee and Penguinarium.

Guests can also check out the Hideaway, an indoor habitat and "tropical oasis" located behind the Japanese macaques that officials say is the "warmest way to check out these snow-loving primates."

It is also home to two types of lemurs and a flock of mousebirds.

The Detroit Zoo is open year round with select dates closed for major holidays or special events. Winter hours are currently in effect from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with gates closing at 3:30 p.m.

To plan your trip, visit the Detroit Zoo website here.