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16 Sep 2024

Central Florida Zoo welcomes St. Johns Rivership as sponsor of the cotton-top tamarin habitat

SANFORD, Fla. (September 16, 2024) — The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is setting sail with the St. Johns Rivership, as part of its mission for wildlife conservation. The Zoo is thrilled… Read More
10 Sep 2024

Central Florida Zoo’s Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health, set for three weekends of festive fun

SANFORD, Fla. (September 9, 2024) — Calling all ghouls and goblins, you’re invited to the wildest Halloween celebration in town! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Garden’s fan-favorite, Zoo Boo Bash, presented… Read More
16 Aug 2024

5 ways you can get involved at the Zoo in Orlando

If you’re an animal lover, you might wonder, “How can I get involved at a Zoo in Orlando?” At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens—Orlando’s closest Zoo—we’re here to help! As… Read More
11 Jul 2024

Over 600 striped newts released in Northern Florida

Northern Florida recently welcomed some very special new residents—618 striped newts. The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation (OCIC) and partners released the striped newts near the… Read More
20 Jun 2024

How the Zoo helps with conservation

The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens isn’t just a place where people of all ages can come and get up close with all kinds of animals ­– we are also committed… Read More
  • Saving reptiles and amphibians
  • Saving Animals From Extinction
  • Culture Builds Florida
  • Florida Association of Zoos and Aquariums