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04 Mar 2025

Central Florida Zoo’s OCIC, partners release over 600 striped newts in Northern Florida

Hundreds of tiny, spotted amphibians are making a big splash in the name of newt conservation. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC), Coastal Plains Institute, and partners… Read More
26 Feb 2025

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens unveils new habitat for Amur leopards

SANFORD, Fla. (Feb. 24, 2025) – The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is roaring with excitement with the opening of its new, expanded Amur leopard habitat. Zoo visitors may have noticed the… Read More
20 Feb 2025

Cheers to Brews Around the Zoo at the Central Florida Zoo

SANFORD, Fla. (Feb. 18, 2025) – Sip and stroll around the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens during the wildly popular beer tasting event, Brews Around the Zoo. On Saturday, April 12, the… Read More
11 Feb 2025

Get to know the Zoo: Q&A with OCIC Director Dr. James Bogan

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is more than just a place to have a fun day. There are teams conducting groundbreaking conservation work all the time! Part of the Zoo’s… Read More
27 Jan 2025

Save the date: Events happening at our Orlando Zoo in 2025

Central Florida is home to so many attractions and things to do in Orlando. This year, make sure you save the date for the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ exciting calendar… Read More
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  • Saving Animals From Extinction
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