The Zoo is collaborating with several other conservation organizations in the state to save hellbenders native to rivers in southern Indiana.
Hellbender eggs are fragile and have a much better chance of development in human
� When we see a cute or cool animal on TV or in a movie, we often have an instinctive
The Indianapolis Prize wants to endow a lasting legacy that helps save species for generations to come and maintains the world ecosystem.
life was, “to care, to share, to make a difference.� The Foundation evolved to have
Learn everything about the zoo, from our commitment to diversity, core values, vision, mission and our Indianapolis Zoo leadership team.
See the strides we have made in the past years through our annual reports and tax
The Indianapolis Zoo strives to protect nature and inspire people to care for our world. See our conservation efforts locally and globally.
million grant to one organization that can develop and execute a plan that will have
The American alligator is the largest reptile native to the U.S. Alligators can be found behind the Orangutan Center at the Indy Zoo.
Alligators have broad, U-shaped snouts.
� When we see a cute or cool animal on TV or in a movie, we often have an instinctive
Come see The University of Indianapolis Global Conservation Guest Speaker, Dr. Lily-Arison René de Roland, winner of the Indianapolis Prize.
The Indianapolis Prize recognizes extraordinary conservationists who have achieved
The Indianapolis Zoo has been recognized by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums with the Edward H. Bean Population Sustainability Award for its innovative approach to the African elephant population.
Animals from Extinction (SAFE) and Species Survival Plan® (SSP) programs that have
Sea stars are invertebrates that live on the ocean floor. They wrap their arms around their prey to eat. See them in the Oceans exhibit.
IUCN Red List Status Many species are Not Evaluated Conservation Many sea stars have
