How to Help Zoos During COVID-19

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COVID-19 impacted businesses, attractions, and families around the world. While many faced layoffs, reduced hours, or even complete closure, that’s not an option for zoos and aquariums. Central Florida Zoo & Botanical… Read More

FPL partnership provides upgrades to EV charging stations

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Every day, hundreds of visitors come to the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens to relax and some might even say to recharge their batteries. Now, electric vehicle (EV) drivers can literally… Read More

Central Florida Zoo offers new single-day admission discounts

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Everyone enjoys a fun, safe day at the Zoo with friends and family—and now more special groups can save! The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens is now offering discounts on single-day… Read More

Central Florida Zoo wins AZA award for research

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The Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens was honored this month by its top accrediting body for its contributions to animal research. The Zoo took home a Significant Achievement recognition for Research… Read More

Zoo Boo Bash, Presented by Orlando Health is Back!

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    Ghosts, goblins, and ghouls of all kinds will gear up to celebrate Halloween safely at the fan-favorite Zoo Boo Bash, presented by Orlando Health. This year, the event will take… Read More

FutureCow creates enrichment product for greater one-horned rhino, PJ

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PJ the rhino is getting some pampering, courtesy of a local partner of the Central Florida Zoo—and it could help other zoos and animals across the country. FutureCow, a farm equipment manufacturer… Read More

Phase 2 of Modified Operations

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As part of Florida’s Phase 2 reopening of the state, following federal and local guidelines, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens has updated its modified operations. Zoo operations will be modified… Read More

Statement by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors On Social and Racial Justice, Inclusion, and Equality

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As a proud and longstanding member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums, we stand by their powerful words. At a time when there is trouble both globally and in our own… Read More

We’re Reopening!

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As part of Florida’s Phase 1 reopening of the state, following federal and local guidelines, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens will be reopening to the public on Wednesday, May 13,… Read More

Iconic Entrance Sculptures to be Removed

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As part of Phase III of the City of Sanford’s RiverWalk Project, the Central Florida Zoo & Botanical Gardens’ iconic entrance artwork will be removed this week. The two concrete structures flanking… Read More