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How to Help Zoos During COVID-19
COVID-19 impacted businesses, attractions, and families around the world. While many faced layoffs, reduced hours, or even complete closure, that’s not an option for zoos and aquariums. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens in Orlando needs your support now more than ever. We’re here to help you understand how to help zoos. How to Help...
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FPL partnership provides upgrades to EV charging stations
Every day, hundreds of visitors come to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens to relax and some might even say to recharge their batteries. Now, electric vehicle (EV) drivers can literally do the same. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens recently partnered with Florida Power & Light Company (FPL) to install four new...
Matthew Eldridge
Central Florida Zoo offers new single-day admission discounts
Everyone enjoys a fun, safe day at the Zoo with friends and family—and now more special groups can save! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is now offering discounts on single-day admissions for healthcare workers and college students, as well as increased discounts for military members and teachers. “The Zoo is a fun and […]
Matthew Eldridge
Central Florida Zoo wins AZA award for research
The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens was honored this month by its top accrediting body for its contributions to animal research. The Zoo took home a Significant Achievement recognition for Research at the Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ Virtual Annual Conference. The award was for the Urban Wildlife Information Network, a...
Matthew Eldridge
Zoo Boo Bash, Presented by Orlando Health is Back!
Ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of all kinds will gear up to celebrate Halloween safely at the fan-favorite Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health. This year, the event will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 17-18 and October 24-25. Zoo Boo Bash is the perfect way for children and […]
Matthew Eldridge
FutureCow creates enrichment product for greater one-horned rhino, PJ
PJ the rhino is getting some pampering, courtesy of a local partner of the Central Florida Zoo—and it could help other zoos and animals across the country. FutureCow, a farm equipment manufacturer in Sanford, recently partnered with the Zoo to create a custom-built brush for PJ, a greater one-horned rhino. FutureCow specializes in engineering...
Matthew Eldridge
Phase 2 of Modified Operations
As part of Florida’s Phase 2 reopening of the state, following federal and local guidelines, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has updated its modified operations. Zoo operations will be modified until further notice to ensure the safety of Zoo visitors, annual pass holders, staff, and animals. Modifications will include limiting...
Matthew Eldridge
Statement by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors On Social and Racial Justice, Inclusion, and Equality
As a proud and longstanding member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, we stand by their powerful words. At a time when there is trouble both globally and in our own backyards, there is ALWAYS TIME TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT! Our core values, to protect, innovate, engage, and empower our community to respect, […]
Matthew Eldridge
We’re Reopening!
As part of Florida’s Phase 1 reopening of the state, following federal and local guidelines, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will be reopening to the public on Wednesday, May 13, 2020 at 10 AM. Zoo operations will be modified until further notice to ensure the safety of Zoo visitors, annual pass holders, staff, […]
Matthew Eldridge
Iconic Entrance Sculptures to be Removed
As part of Phase III of the City of Sanford’s RiverWalk Project, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ iconic entrance artwork will be removed this week. The two concrete structures flanking the Zoo’s entrance road will be dismantled to make way for the next phase of the RiverWalk construction project, which will include roadway...
Matthew Eldridge
