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Animals have traditionally been incorporated into the Halloween culture through their

The Cincinnati Zoo has embarked on a mission to become the most accessible zoo in America. Thanks to a grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), we’re on our way to becoming a more welcoming, accessible, and inclusive zoo for individuals with developmental disabilities and their families. To help us implement the […]
To help us implement the needed changes, we have assembled an advisory council made

October 22 was Youth Climate Action Day, a day to celebrate all of the incredible ways young people are involved in environmental activism, as well as a day to remind us of what we can all be doing to better serve the environment. As we look ahead to how to create a healthier future for our people […]
Zoo team, with 250 teens participating this past summer of 2022 – many of whom have

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is open for 364 days of fun! It’s also home to more than 500 animal species, many of which actually enjoy this winter weather! While certain animals like Fiona (who can only be outside if it’s 45 degrees or warmer) and most primates stay inside on the colder days […]
And unlike humans, these cold-weather animals have unique adaptations to keep them

CINCINNATI – Anticipation is mounting behind the scenes at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, where an 18-year-old pregnant Indian rhinoceros named “Nikki” is expected to give birth in approximately 60 days. {Recent video of Nikki can be seen here – http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szFiXbzYpEQ} Not only will this be the world’s first birth of an endangered Indian […]
female Indian rhinos experiencing a stillbirth following their first pregnancy have

Today is Penguin Awareness Day! These quirky, flightless birds are found throughout the Southern hemisphere, and while we often think of them as cold-weather birds, there actually are a number of species that survive in warmer climates. Today, I would like to highlight my experience with one of these species and an organization that works […]
There must have been at least 30 African penguins, each with a name written on a

Every year, Zoo employees are invited to submit requests for a specific conservation project to be funded. This year, the Zoo’s Conservation Committee received many proposals and selected five. Laura Carpenter: Begawan Foundation’s Community-Based Conservation for Bali Starling Breeding and Release Program (Indonesia) Cincinnati Zoo not only strives to provide the best care for its […]
For many species, we have yet to understand how they interact with the ecosystem

Iconic Lions  African lions are a mighty predator. They are built to catch animals that are bigger, faster, and stronger than themselves, often sneaking up on prey in the dark while using their night vision, stealth, and teamwork. Lions live in social groups called prides, with females doing most of the hunting and dominant males […]
Male lions can be identified by their distinctive manes, which females do not have

September 2nd is International Vulture Awareness Day, and a great opportunity for us to celebrate some of the Cincinnati Zoo’s unsung heroes, our vultures! The Cincinnati Zoo is home to eight vultures representing four species. Vultures may not always be the prettiest animals to look at, but they play a crucial role in many ecosystems […]
Breeding programs in zoos have aided in reintroduction efforts for both the Andean

On Sept 9, 2017 the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden (CZBG) and conservation organizations across the planet recognize World Great Ape Day.  This charismatic group of primates has been part of our community throughout most of the Cincinnati Zoo’s long, rich history. CZBG has had the honor to […]
Although certainly not an ancestor of humans, they have followed along on a common