Celebrating forests and the species and people who rely on them
March 3, 2021, is World Wildlife Day, and this year we celebrate forest-based livelihoods and promote the protection and management of forests for...
Indianapolis Zoo Awards Global Conservation Grants
The Indianapolis Zoo has awarded several conservation projects for its 2021 Conservation Grant Program totaling nearly $350,000. These organizations are...
Animal Magnetism and Relationships
Published Feb. 12, 2021 Boxes of chocolates, bouquets of flowers, heart-shaped cards — expressions of love and romance are what Valentine’s...
Celebrating Conservationists on International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Published Feb. 11, 2021 Female scientists are making incredible contributions in the field of animal conservation. Their dedication and passion...
Indianapolis Zoo and IUCN SSC Announce International Team for the New Global Center for Species Survival
Published Jan. 19, 2021 The Indianapolis Zoo has hired a team of internationally known experts to amplify efforts to protect...
Macaque Troop Growing Again
A precious pair of little primates are the first Zoo Babies of 2021! Long-tailed macaque Glenda gave birth on New...
Three Chicks Join Penguin Flock
Published Jan. 7, 2021 We’re excited to welcome the arrival of three adorable Gentoo penguin chicks, hatched in December 2020!...
Caring for Animals in Cold Weather
When winter weather settles into Indiana, there’s still lots of opportunities to get outdoors and explore at the Indianapolis Zoo.
A Walrus Year in Review
Published Dec. 7, 2020 By Erika Allen, Senior Marine Mammal Trainer It has been just over a year since little...
Wild Ideas for Holiday Gifts
Published Dec. 5, 2020 The holiday shopping season is in full swing! Here at the Zoo, we’ve got lots of...
Giraffe Calf is the Zoo’s Newest Arrival
Published Nov. 10, 2020 At 4:35am Nov. 8, the Indianapolis Zoo welcomed the birth of a male reticulated giraffe. The...
Marvel at Amazing Alligators and Crocodiles
Published Oct. 28, 2020 Revered for their unmatched strength and respected for their tenacity, alligators and crocodiles are among the...
