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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.
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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.
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.
During an intense European heatwave, Berlin Zoo is helping bears and elephants beat the heat with frozen treats and water play. The creative cooling solutions keep animals comfortable while delighting visitors watching them splash and explore.
When over two feet of snow buried Wildwood Zoo, manager Kyle Kirk didn't go home for three days. He dug out buried animals, carved pathways through enclosures, and even lifted stuck cranes from the snow.
As temperatures climbed into the low 90s during a week-long heat wave, Mexico City zoos handed out frozen treats tailored to each animal's diet. The popsicles keep giraffes, chimps, and bobcats cool while doubling as enrichment toys that encourage play.
India's National Zoological Park in Delhi just secured $48 million for a stunning four-year transformation that will more than double animal enclosures and create brand new habitats. Construction starts in April, bringing better lives for animals and unforgettable experiences for millions of visitors.
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.
Elephants, pumas, and gorillas at Guadalajara Zoo are making their own predictions for the 2026 World Cup, delighting crowds with playful picks that favor some major upsets. The furry forecasters chose winners by selecting food and soccer balls linked to different teams.
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.
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.
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.
As summer temperatures climb, India's Indira Gandhi Zoological Park has perfected the art of keeping 625 acres of animals comfortable. Water sprinklers, traditional cooling mats, and custom care plans ensure every creature stays safe in the heat.
Thousands of visitors flooded Tokyo's Ueno Zoo to bid farewell to twin pandas Xiao Xiao and Lei Lei before their return to China. The outpouring of love shows how two animals brought joy and healing to an entire city.
As temperatures soar to 37°C in Rome, zoo keepers are serving animals frozen fruit popsicles and keeping pools ice cold to help them beat Italy's extreme heat. The creative cooling strategy keeps creatures comfortable while giving them fun, natural enrichment.
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.
Fatou the gorilla just turned 69 at Berlin Zoo, nearly doubling the lifespan her species typically reaches in the wild. Her remarkable longevity shows how expert care can help endangered animals thrive for decades.
More than 250 zoos and aquariums across five continents are working together to rescue endangered animals, restore their habitats, and give threatened species a fighting chance. From Wyoming toads to African vultures, their coordinated efforts are bringing animals back from the brink.
A 700-kilogram albino buffalo nicknamed for its distinctive blond hair has been rescued from ritual slaughter and will now help preserve rare genetic traits. The animal's viral fame sparked a conservation effort that gave it a second chance at life.
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.
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