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Central Florida Zoo offers new single-day admission discounts
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 admissions for healthcare workers and college students, as well as increased discounts for military members and teachers. “The Zoo is a fun and […]
Central Florida Zoo wins AZA award for research
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 at the Association of Zoos & Aquariums’ Virtual Annual Conference. The award was for the Urban Wildlife Information Network, a...
Zoo Boo Bash, Presented by Orlando Health is Back!
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 place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on October 17-18 and October 24-25. Zoo Boo Bash is the perfect way for children and […]
FutureCow creates enrichment product for greater one-horned rhino, PJ
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 in Sanford, recently partnered with the Zoo to create a custom-built brush for PJ, a greater one-horned rhino. FutureCow specializes in engineering...
Phase 2 of Modified Operations
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 until further notice to ensure the safety of Zoo visitors, annual pass holders, staff, and animals. Modifications will include limiting...
Statement by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Board of Directors On Social and Racial Justice, Inclusion, and Equality
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 backyards, there is ALWAYS TIME TO DO WHAT IS RIGHT! Our core values, to protect, innovate, engage, and empower our community to respect, […]
