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Dinosaurs begin arriving at the Minnesota Zoo

The zoo in Apple Valley is getting ready to step back in time with its summer exhibit that will feature 15 animatronic dinosaurs. The prehistoric display debuts Memorial Day weekend and will remain open through Labor Day.
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The zoo in Apple Valley is getting ready to step back in time with its summer exhibit that will feature 15 animatronic dinosaurs. The prehistoric display debuts Memorial Day weekend and will remain open through Labor Day.

Check out WCCO video of crews unloading the creatures below:

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