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26 Oct 2018

Here for a While, Crocodile!

A new face is always exciting at the Zoo but we’re especially proud to be part of the much larger, global conservation efforts. Through a partnership with the Crocodilian Conservation Center of… Read More
13 Oct 2018

Everyone’s Wingman

Everyone’s Wingman—Vet Tech Appreciation Week   The Zoo is home to over 350 animals and a huge part of ensuring top-quality animal wellness is providing individualized health care. Most people understand a… Read More
05 Oct 2018

Awarded 2018 Volunteer Engagement Award for Innovation!

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens received the 2018 Volunteer Engagement Award for Innovation in its volunteer program at the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ annual conference during the last week… Read More
05 Oct 2018

Reptiles—Repelling or Riveting?

R.A.D.!     Happy Reptile Awareness Day! If you ask a “non-native” to describe Florida, you’ll probably hear about reptiles, especially ‘gators and crocodiles (Florida is the only place in North America… Read More
04 Oct 2018

We’ve Spotted a Star

If you haven’t heard, we’ve got a new king of the Zoo (at least he thinks so). We’re excited to finally reveal the refurbished and expanded habitat—now home to Temur, an Amur… Read More
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  • Saving Animals From Extinction
  • Culture Builds Florida
  • Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums