5 Adventures in Central Florida for Thrill Seekers

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If you’re a Central Florida resident or visit often, you’ve probably already experienced the most popular Orlando attractions. Orlando’s theme parks can provide plenty of action-packed thrills, but if you’re looking for… Read More

Family Sunset at the Zoo Returns May through September

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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ popular all-ages event, Family Sunset at the Zoo, is back, offering everyone a chance to enjoy the community institution in a whole new light. The… Read More

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens Receives AZA Accreditation for Another Five Years!

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From an official press release from the AZA: Last week, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) independent Accreditation Commission (the Commission) met to review applications for AZA accreditation. The accreditation process… Read More

Twenty Six Indigo Snakes released in the ongoing effort to return America’s longest snake to North Florida!

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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens was proud to be a part of our largest conservation initiative yesterday, the release of 26 eastern indigo snakes. The Zoo operates the Orianne Center… Read More

Zoo Receives Donation from Sanford-Local Company, Thermotane Propane

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As a nonprofit organization, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens welcomes donations of all kinds from our Central Florida community. We’re thankful for the generous donations we have received, including the… Read More

5 can’t-miss events in Central Florida this spring

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Florida may be known as the Spring Break Capital of the World because of its beautiful beaches, but if you’re looking to stay in the Central Florida area, there are still plenty… Read More

Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens welcomes new leader with passion for conservation growth

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The more than 300 animals at the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens have a new champion today. Richard Glover takes the helm as the Zoo CEO ready to energetically tell the… Read More

Central Florida Zoo celebrates season with Hippity Hop Adventure

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Cute baby animals. Gorgeous, colorful blooms. Growing rays of warm sunshine. The signs of spring are starting to pop up everywhere. At the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens, that can only… Read More

Brews Around the Zoo Returns April 9, 2022

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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will put the FUN in fundraiser on April 9 with its fan-favorite adult-focused event: Brews Around the Zoo. Brews Around the Zoo is one of… Read More

Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation to host bluegrass, barbecue benefit

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  Calling all lovers of bluegrass and barbecue! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ Orianne Center for Indigo Conservation has the perfect event for you. The OCIC will host its first… Read More