Agritourism stops feature exotic animals

Crystal Reed
Oct 30, 2025
Oct 30, 2025

An emu eats chunks of apple at Kamaroo Farms in Kampsville, Ill.
Photo courtesy of Tammy Herren

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Editor’s note: This is part of a series visiting interesting spots “On the Road” throughout Iowa, Illinois and Missouri.

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kangaroos — Kangaroos and camels are among several other species at Kamaroo Farms.
Photo courtesy of Tammy Herren

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