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Learn about exciting Zoo developments, including animal updates, events, expert perspectives, and field reports on our conservation initiatives at the Zoo and around the world.

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GLAZA President Tom Jacobson feeding a giraffe.

March 22

Zoo Update with GLAZA President Tom Jacobson – March 2022

Tom shares about the exciting slate of in-person events scheduled for this season and beyond, both at the Zoo and as far away as Botswana.[…]

James Moore

February 24

Go Behind the Scenes with Custodian Supervisor James Moore

Custodian Supervisor James Moore reflects on the years he's spent making the Zoo enjoyable for guests - and on what's in it for him.[…]

Rachel Helfing is a Zoo staffer and member of the communications team for the Association of Minority Zoo & Aquarium Professionals, of which the L.A. Zoo is a proud supporter.

February 22

Partner Profile: AMZAP

Rachel Helfing shares about the organization, its mission, and the Zoo’s proud partnership, as well as her own career journey.[…]

Snow Leopard in Shadow Forest

February 22

Animal Absences, Explained

The L.A. Zoo is home to more than 270 species, but sometimes you might not see your favorite on a trip to the Zoo.[…]

<strong>Dr. Davis-Powell at work with her team.</strong> Photo by Jamie Pham

February 22

Behind the Scenes with Associate Veterinarian Dr. Jordan Davis-Powell

Explore what has powered Dr. Davis-Powell’s zoo journey, from TV to Tuskegee to tigers.[…]

Denise Verret posing with the giraffes

February 22

Zoo Update with Zoo CEO and Director Denise M. Verret – February 2022

When we opened our doors back to the public in 2020, I was thrilled to see how many different faces were coming through our gates – faces that represented the diverse communities of Los Angeles.[…]