The Indianapolis Zoo has selected the ten finalists in the running for its $1 million Saving Species Challenge.
Only one will be funded, but these ten finalists have produced a blueprint that now
Zoo members, bring your favorite stuffed animal to our Teddy Bear Clinic for a checkup and meet some of our animal caregivers.
Don’t have a teddy bear or stuffed animal? We got you covered!
Read our blog and view our videos or podcasts to learn more about our conservation efforts and hear from wildlife experts first hand.
LEARN MORE Helping Horseshoe Crabs Horseshoe crabs have done a lot for humanity
Vipers are a large family of snakes that use their hinged fanged to bite their prey. You can find vipers in the Deserts exhibit.
Vipers have long, hinged fangs that fold back against the roof of their mouth when
Snot otter, devil dog and ol’ lasagna sides… these are just some of the names used to refer to hellbenders.
indicator of environmental health. “They can really only survive in areas that have
� When we see a cute or cool animal on TV or in a movie, we often have an instinctive
Rent out the zoo after hours for a private event with our Zoo Buyout. Includes a private dolphin presentation.
Have a smaller group or a small company but still want exclusive access to the Zoo
Even the largest animals on land enjoy being pampered! During the warmer months, come to Tembo Camp to learn how Zookeepers care for the members of our African elephant herd. […]
You may even have a chance to touch an elephant and gain a unique new perspective
local Indianapolis community, Meet a Hero is a special event where Zoo visitors have
The Indianapolis Prize has named six distinguished conservationists as DeHaan Finalists for the 2025 award.
The biennial award recognizes the most successful conservationists who have achieved
