Leeds Zoo Saves World's Rarest Bird from Extinction
A Leeds zoo just earned the country's highest honor for breeding one of the world's rarest birds. Lotherton Hall's Wildlife World is now officially ranked among Britain's best zoos.
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St. Louis Zoo Saves Endangered Species With Science-Led Births
Behind every adorable zoo baby is a carefully orchestrated conservation effort that's helping save species from extinction. The Saint Louis Zoo has welcomed Amur tiger triplets, cheetah quintuplets, and the first-ever African painted dog pups through a nationwide breeding program designed to protect endangered animals.
Pittsburgh and Boston Zoos Swap Gorillas in Historic Trade
Two major zoos just completed a groundbreaking gorilla exchange that's capturing hearts nationwide. The Pittsburgh Zoo and Franklin Park Zoo swapped gorillas to help both animals thrive in new environments.
Nashville Zoo's 50th Clouded Leopard Born Since 1991
Nashville Zoo celebrated a conservation milestone this spring with the birth of Azi, the 50th clouded leopard born at the facility since 1991. The zoo's three decades of dedication to this vulnerable species shows how zoos serve as vital safety nets for wildlife.
Nepal's $66M Zoo Project Gets Conservation Expert Takeover
After nearly a decade of stalled progress, Nepal is handing over its ambitious new mega zoo to the country's leading wildlife conservation organization. The National Trust for Nature Conservation brings 30 years of zoo management experience to turn the long-frozen dream into reality.
Chester Zoo Welcomes Rare Baby Aardvark Named Womble
A baby aardvark named Womble is thriving at Chester Zoo with round-the-clock care from dedicated keepers. It's only the second aardvark born at the zoo in 94 years, bringing hope for this rare species. #
Baby Camel Sophia Born at Zoo's 200th Anniversary
A critically endangered Bactrian camel calf named after a pioneering woman scientist brings new hope to conservation efforts at Whipsnade Zoo. The birth arrives just as the historic zoo celebrates two centuries of protecting wildlife.
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London Zoo Gets Record £20M Gift for Animal Hospital
An anonymous donor just gave London Zoo £20 million to build a first-of-its-kind wildlife health center where visitors can watch veterinarians care for animals. It's the largest donation in the zoo's 200-year history.
Nashville Zoo and Brad Paisley Fight AI Data Center
Over 376,000 people have signed a petition to stop a massive data center from being built next to the Nashville Zoo, where it could harm 3,000 animals and strain the local power grid. Country star Brad Paisley is lending his voice to protect one of the world's top zoos.
12 Animals Saved From Extinction Star in New Zoo Exhibit
A new interactive sculpture exhibit at Seneca Park Zoo celebrates 12 species that zoos helped rescue from the brink of extinction. Visitors can climb on and touch life-size sculptures designed to inspire the next generation of conservationists.
London Zoo Gets $25M Gift for See-Through Animal Hospital
A mystery donor just gave London Zoo $25 million to build a groundbreaking wildlife hospital where visitors can watch vets care for everything from penguins to gorillas. Opening on the zoo's 200th anniversary, it's the first facility in the UK to let the public see live veterinary procedures on wild animals.
National Zoo Welcomes First Elephant Birth in 25 Years
A 308-pound Asian elephant calf took her first wobbly steps at Washington D.C.'s National Zoo early Monday morning, marking the zoo's first elephant birth since 2000. With fewer than 50,000 Asian elephants left in the wild, every new arrival brings fresh hope for this endangered species.
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Tiny Monkey Yuji Finds Comfort in Plush Toy at Mexican Zoo
A baby monkey rejected by his first-time mother is thriving at Guadalajara Zoo thanks to round-the-clock care and a stuffed dog that serves as his surrogate mom. Six-week-old Yuji has become Mexico's latest internet sensation, joining a global wave of beloved hand-raised zoo babies.
Miller Park Zoo Celebrates Endangered Species Day May 16
A Bloomington zoo is turning conservation education into a family adventure with free scavenger hunts, chalk art, and keeper talks. The May 16 event helps visitors discover how their local zoo protects vulnerable wildlife.
San Diego Zoo Channel Now Streaming in 400 Hospitals
Kids too sick to visit zoos can now watch live animals from their hospital beds thanks to the San Diego Zoo's free 24/7 streaming channel. What started at one local hospital has grown to reach 400 facilities across 48 states and 12 countries.
Giant Pandas Arrive at National Zoo from China in 1970
Fifty-four years ago, two giant pandas touched down in Washington DC as a gift from China, becoming the first of their species ever displayed in an American zoo. Their arrival sparked decades of conservation breakthroughs and continues to delight millions of visitors today.
330-Pound Baby Elephant Born After 7-Hour French Zoo Delivery
A French zoo celebrated a remarkable birth this week when an elephant calf weighing 330 pounds arrived after her mother endured a seven-hour labor. The healthy baby girl is already winning hearts at Beauval Zoo and represents hope for her vulnerable species.
Zoos Keep Animals Cozy During Winter Storm Fern
As millions brace for a massive winter storm, zoos across America are ensuring their animal residents stay safe, warm, and entertained. From heated barns to food puzzles, animal care teams are working around the clock to protect their furry and feathered friends.
Utica Zoo Welcomes Two Endangered Gibbon Babies
The Utica Zoo has welcomed two baby white-handed gibbons, an endangered species facing extinction in the wild. The births are part of a Species Survival Plan helping protect threatened animals through careful breeding programs.
Massachusetts Zoo Becomes Wildlife Rehab Center
A beloved 100-year-old zoo is transforming into a nature reserve and wildlife rehabilitation center instead of closing its doors. The innovative plan keeps the park free and open while saving taxpayers $57 million in repairs.
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