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26 Jun 2026

Central Florida Zoo welcomes two female giraffes

SANFORD, Fla. (June 25, 2026) – Big things are happening at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens—especially if you’re the tallest land mammal in the world! The Zoo is excited to announce… Read More
22 Jun 2026

Stay cool: Things to do in Orlando in summer

Summer in Central Florida can mean searching for things to do in Orlando that are fun and keep you cool at the same time. But here’s the thing: keeping the whole family… Read More
16 Jun 2026

Central Florida Zoo announces passing of Willow the sloth

SANFORD, Fla. (June 16, 2026) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is saddened to announce the passing of Willow, one of the sloths that arrived at the Zoo from Sloth… Read More
08 Jun 2026

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… Read More
04 Jun 2026

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… Read More
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