It might not be the same as seeing an actual lion or elephant, but these laser-made versions can be both entertaining and educational. 

Advancements in optical technology, software, and sensors continue to bring people places that have been previously unreachable – whether that's a wild animal kingdom, the bottom of the ocean, the top of Kilimanjaro, or to visit friends/family on the other side of the world – augmented reality, virtual reality, and hologram technology will bring people and places together in ways we've never been able to do before.