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The Zoo team lost a very special animal last week. We had to say goodbye to sweet red panda, Lin. Lin was 10 years old and was loved by everyone she met. She was born here at the zoo and then went on to have 10 offspring of her own. She would always stand for […]

Red Panda You are one to take on an adventure head first - climbing extreme heights, to the tallest branch of the tallest tree! Exploring new places is always fun, but it is even cooler with your pack. You and your pack have a strong bond, and through your explorations have made beautiful memories! You are [...]

What is this frosty-faced beauty of ringed tail and rust-colored fur? Some call it fire fox, shining cat, cloud bear, or Himalayan raccoon. Though similar in character and appearance to raccoons and bears, the tree-dwelling, bamboo-munching red panda is in a family of its own. Made for a life in the trees, the red panda travels through [...]

Baby a happy surprise after mom’s miscarriage in May  Scientists at Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s Center for Conservation and Research of Endangered Wildlife (CREW) have devoted years to studying red panda reproduction and, in 2015, were the first to accurately predict birth dates for two cubs, born six days apart, using a combination of […]

Guest blogger: Kristina Meek, Wild Encounters There are currently 16,306 plants and animals listed as endangered by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). That’s more people than visit our Zoo on a typical spring day. It’s Endangered Species Day, so you might hear a lot of shocking numbers like this, which could understandably […]

First red panda cubs with birthdates accurately predicted using ultrasonography and hormone monitoring. CINCINNATI, OH (August 2, 2015) – “Dr. Erin Curry” may seem like an odd name for a red panda cub, but it’s fitting for the female cub born last month to two-year-old red panda, “Lin.”  Lin and “Bailey,” a seven-year-old red panda […]

Cincinnati Zoo is committed to Saving Wildlife In addition to contributing financial support to conservation projects, Zoo staff members often lead or participate in the field as well, dedicating their time and expertise to working with communities and partners. Cincinnati Zoo is actively involved in several AZA SAFE conservation programs. Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden [...]

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Hop Over to the Cincinnati Zoo this Saturday for the Annual Easter Celebration Enjoy egg-citing activities, treats, and visits with the Easter Bunny CINCINNATI, OH (April 5, 2023) – The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will be hoppin’ this Saturday from noon – 5pm during the Easter Celebration, presented by Kinder Joy®. Highlights of the […]

Last Chance to Visit Santa at the Cincinnati Zoo  See Santa this week before he leaves for the North Pole   CINCINNATI (December 20, 2022) –   Santa’s sleigh is almost at full power after weeks of soaking in Christmas spirit from PNC Festival of Lights visitors at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.   It will be […]

Cincinnati Zoo Offers $2 Admission on #Twosday, 2-2-22 A price that’ll make you do a double take! CINCINNATI, OH (February 18, 2022) – Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is offering $2 tickets on #Twosday, 2-22-22! And, 2 add 2 the excitement, Base Camp Cafe will feature $2 specials on food and beverages.  Tickets are available online […]

Cincinnati Zoo Offers $2 Admission on 2-2-22 A price that’ll make you say #TWODEY! CINCINNATI, OH (January 28, 2022) – It may sound 2 good 2 be true, but Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden is offering $2 tickets on 2-2-22!  Tickets are available online or at the Zoo. “February weather is unpredictable, but there’s always […]

December 23 is the last night to visit with Santa at the Cincinnati Zoo CINCINNATI (December 20, 2021) – Before heading back to the North Pole later this week, Santa brought gifts to some of the animals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.  Hippos, red pandas, and meerkats got treats and holiday-themed enrichment, and […]

Veterinary technicians tackle monumental task with a tight timeframe CINCINNATI, OH (October 18, 2021) — It’s National Veterinary Technician Week, and Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden’s vet techs deserve a huge pat on the back for doing double duty during the past six weeks to give 80 animals two rounds of SARS-COV-2 shots! “We have […]

Watch the Zoo wake up while enjoying a delicious morning meal  CINCINNATI, OH (March 3, 2021) — Tickets are now available for exclusive breakfast experiences at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden. Breakfast with the Animals  sponsored by Nutella®, events start with a delicious catered breakfast on the Base Camp Café deck and include private […]

CINCINNATI (December 22, 2020) – All of the animals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden are on Santa’s nice list, but he made a few special gift deliveries to some of its younger residents as he prepares to head back to the North Pole.  Tomorrow night, December 23, is the last night that PNC […]

The Zoo is a magical place in the winter! From more than 4 million LED lights to winter weather animals, you won’t want to miss the fun! The temperatures are dropping but these cool animals will make you feel warm and fuzzy! Learn more about adaptations these animals have that you’re sure to be jealous […]

When Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden leadership made the decision that all employees would be required to wear masks, volunteers and staff got busy to make enough for each person to have two. Some are animal themed, some celebrate the botanical side of the Zoo, and some are made out of whatever fabric pattern the […]

CINCINNATI (December 23, 2019) – All the animals at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden are on Santa’s nice list, but he delivered special gifts to some of the newer Zoo residents earlier this week. “Lucille the bearcat, red pandas Audra and Lenore, cheetah cub Kris and her puppy pal Remus, and Fiona all got […]

While the temperatures and conditions are still hot and muggy outside, a bit of excitement was also in the air this week! The baby red pandas born on July 5th were due for vaccinations and to determine sex. The babies were sexed as two females, Audra & Lenore! Guests should start to look for them […]