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Central Florida Zoo welcomes two adorable cougar cubs
SANFORD, Fla. (June 8, 2026) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is excited to announce the arrival of two cougar cubs that are already capturing the hearts of the Zoo’s animal care team. The approximately 10-week-old siblings, one male and one female, arrived at the Zoo from South Dakota after they were found without...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
42 Eastern indigo snakes released across Florida and Alabama in continued species recovery effort
SANFORD, Fla. (June 4, 2026) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) continues its long-term effort to restore the Eastern indigo snake to its natural habitat with two recent releases in partnership with leading conservation organizations across the region. In late April and...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Central Florida Zoo announces passing of Mr. Ginger the sloth
Youngest sloth required hand-feeding, incubator support andconstant monitoring during treatment efforts SANFORD, Fla. (May 15, 2026) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is saddened to announce the passing of Mr. Ginger, a young sloth who was part of a group of 13 sloths donated to the Zoo from Sloth World on April 24. […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom spotlights the Central Florida Zoo’s Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation mission to save the Eastern indigo snake
The conservation work happening at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is getting national attention thanks to a recent episode of Mutual of Omaha’s Wild Kingdom Protecting the Wild that aired on NBC stations across the country. The episode featured the groundbreaking efforts of the Zoo’s Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Sunset at the Zoo, presented by Orlando Health, returns at the Central Florida Zoo this summer
SANFORD, Fla. (May 4, 2026) – A favorite Central Florida summer event is back at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens for more fun and adventure! Sunset at the Zoo, presented by Orlando Health, returns bringing after-hours adventure, culture and community vibes to your summer nights. The Zoo’s popular event takes place on the...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Central Florida Zoo announces passing of Habanero the sloth
SANFORD, Fla. (May 3, 2026) — One of the adult male sloths recently received by the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens as a donation from Sloth World on April 24, Habanero, had been in critical condition since late Friday afternoon. Despite the dedicated efforts of the Zoo’s veterinary and animal care teams, he has […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
MEDIA ALERT: Central Florida Zoo announces passing of Bandit the sloth
SANFORD, Fla. (April 29, 2026)— The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is saddened to share the passing of Bandit, one of the sloths recently brought into the Zoo’s care. Bandit had been in critical condition since his arrival, showing signs of severe lethargy, dehydration, nutritional and electrolyte imbalances, and gastrointestinal...
Jeffrey Ehrlich
MEDIA ALERT: 13 Central Florida Zoo sloths appear stable after initial assessment
SANFORD, Fla. (April 25, 2026)—Expert veterinary staff at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens report that 13 sloths, donated yesterday, have survived the first 24 hours in their care. Upon arrival at the Zoo, all of the animals were examined. The vet team determined that many were dehydrated and underweight, but they are now […]
Jeffrey Ehrlich
Central Florida Zoo accepts donation of 13 sloths
SANFORD, Fla. (April 24, 2026) – Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has accepted the donation of 13 sloths, giving the animals the best possible chance for long-term survival under expert care. The sloths are currently in quarantine, where they are being assessed by the Zoo’s veterinary team. They will remain in quarantine for at...
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Celebrate wildlife, nature and fun at the Central Florida Zoo’s Party for the Planet
Get ready to celebrate the planet in a big way! On May 16, 2026, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is throwing a Party for the Planet – the ultimate celebration of wildlife, nature and community. Part of a global conservation celebration led by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), Party for the […]
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