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Welcome to the Zoo News page where we share stories, current events and behind-the-scenes information. Formerly the Sac Zoo blog, now you can find all your favorite topics featured here.

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Sacramento Zoo is Certified Sensory Inclusive

Wednesday, August 14, 2019

KultureCity has partnered with the Sacramento Zoo to make the zoo and all of the programs and events that the zoo hosts to be sensory inclusive. This new initiative will promote an accommodating and p... Read More

Giraffe Val being fed by zookeeper Rachel on her birthday

Mourning the death of a beloved member of the herd, Val

Saturday, August 10, 2019

The zoo is heartbroken to report that one of our geriatric female giraffes, Val, was found deceased in her sleeping quarters early this morning. Although the cause of her death is unknown at this time... Read More

Spur-thighed tortoise dipping feet in small exhibit pool

What’s New at the Sac Zoo!

Thursday, June 20, 2019

Are you looking for something fun do with the family? Kids out of school and you need some entertainment? Or do you have a date and want to mix it up? Plan to spend a day at the Sacramento Zoo! The we... Read More

The Crane Event: Welcome a New Pair to the Zoo

Saturday, May 18, 2019

Kiwi Male From: Disney’s Animal Kingdom DOB: June 6, 2017 Siouxsie Female From: Omaha’s Henry Doorly Zoo and Aquarium DOB: April 22, 2018 We are excited to bring a brand-new species ... Read More

Saying Goodbye to Beloved Giraffe, Goody

Wednesday, May 8, 2019

Saying goodbye is never easy, especially when it’s family. Gudrun – affectionately known as “Goody” to her friends and caretakers – came to Sacramento in June of 1999. Today, her entire Sacr... Read More

2018: Our Impact by Numbers

Friday, May 3, 2019

Zoos are a vital piece in the puzzle of conserving natural resources, saving species and empowering local communities. However, our impact starts at home on our grounds and with the people who work ev... Read More

Conservation in Action: Big Conservation for a Little Shrew

Tuesday, April 16, 2019

By Nicole Wong Olsen When it comes to conservation, even the smallest species can use a helping hand! In 2018, the Sacramento Zoo awarded funds to a project seeking to help in the conservation of the�... Read More

Zoo staff checking on yellow-legged frog incubators

Conservation in Action: Hopping to It to Save Frogs

Friday, February 22, 2019

By Laurel Vincent The Sacramento Zoo supports local and global conservation efforts, including one of our 2018 Quarters for Conservation recipients: foothill yellow-legged frogs. This species has seen... Read More

Jaguars Temporarily Off Exhibit for Habitat Enhancements

Friday, February 1, 2019

The Sacramento Zoo is excited to announce that the resident jaguar pair, Sasha and Tikal, will be receiving an exhibit renovation and additions to their living space! The renovations, which are curren... Read More

Mourning the Sudden Death of Wolf’s Guenon “Rori”

Thursday, January 17, 2019

The Sacramento Zoo is saddened to announce the loss of Rori, an active and vibrant one-year-old Wolf’s guenon after a short battle with a respiratory infection. A full necropsy (animal autopsy) will... Read More

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