Latest News At San Antonio Zoo
San Antonio Zoo Partners with International Elephant Foundation Partnership Nets Over 12 Tons of Traps Removed from Uganda
San Antonio, TX – San Antonio Zoo, a leading name in wildlife conservation, is proud of its long-term partnership with the International Elephant Foundation, combatting poaching in Murchison Falls National Park in Uganda. In 2022 alone, rangers at Murchison Falls National Park confiscated over 12 tons of leg-hold traps and wire snares. These merciless devices, not limited to Uganda, are devastating wildlife populations across Africa and Asia. The indiscriminate nature of these traps poses a grave threat to all wildlife, from majestic lions and graceful giraffes to magnificent elephants and sturdy buffalos, causing immeasurable harm and death to hundreds of thousands of animals every year.
Historic First: San Antonio Zoo's Center for Conservation & Research Achieve Groundbreaking Success with Imperiled Oklahoma Cave Crayfish
San Antonio, TX - With yet another groundbreaking accomplishment, the Center for Conservation & Research at San Antonio Zoo (CCR) is proud to announce the successful births of 47 critically imperiled Oklahoma Cave Crayfish (Cambarus tartarus), the first births ever in caretivity (the care of man). This historic-first achievement comes from their relentless efforts and unwavering dedication to conservation.
IT’S A BOY! San Antonio Zoo Celebrates the Birth of an Okapi Calf, a Rare and Endangered Species
San Antonio, TX - San Antonio Zoo is proud to announce the birth of a precious okapi calf, adding to the growing family of this elusive and endangered species. The male calf, born Saturday, September 2nd, to first-time parents Ludimi and Epulu, has generated excitement among staff, highlighting the zoo's commitment to conservation and wildlife preservation. For now, the baby Okapi will remain behind the scenes with Mom. The zoo will announce his debut when the time comes for the young okapi to begin exploring his habitat. The baby will get his Texas nickname at this year’s 41st Annual Zoobilation Ball on November 10th. The naming opportunity will be one of the live auction packages at the event, which is the zoo’s largest annual fundraiser. Timothy The Hippo famously got his Texas nickname at Zoobilation Ball in 2017.
San Antonio Zoo Honors Frontline Heroes with Free Admission Throughout September, Sponsored by Chick-fil-A
San Antonio, TX - San Antonio Zoo is proud to announce Frontline Heroes Appreciation Month, sponsored by Chick-fil-A. This special month-long event aims to show gratitude and appreciation for the dedicated doctors, nurses, police officers, firefighters, and EMTs across Texas who tirelessly serve and protect our communities. During Frontline Heroes Appreciation Month, which will run from September 1 to September 30, San Antonio Zoo will offer FREE admission to all frontline heroes upon presentation of proper identification. Additionally, up to four guests accompanying these heroes can enjoy a generous 50% off an Any Day Admission ticket on the day of their visit.
San Antonio Zoo Presents Pokémon GO Fest: The Ultimate Pokémon GO Adventure
Calling all Pokémon Trainers! San Antonio Zoo is thrilled to announce the largest Pokémon event of the year, Pokémon GO Fest, on August 26th and 27th. This two-day extravaganza promises wild adventures, in-game opportunities, special guest appearances, and free card giveaways, making it a must-attend event for Pokémon enthusiasts of all ages. Guest Appearances by Laurie Hymes, the Voice of Lillie: Join us in welcoming Laurie Hymes, the talented voice behind Lillie from Pokémon. Laurie will be making special guest appearances on both days at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 12 p.m. on the Great Lawn. Don't miss your chance to meet Laurie, grab an exclusive autograph, and snap a memorable photo with her (while supplies last). Exclusive Okapi Card Giveaway: As a bonus, San Antonio Zoo will give away exclusive zoo collectible Okapi cards on the Great Lawn from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. These limited-edition cards are a must-have for any Pokémon collector as the zoo prepares to welcome its first-ever okapi calf. Each player can claim one card (while supplies last). Also, lucky players might stumble upon limited rainbow versions of these collectible cards!
Archive
January 2023
February 2023
March 2023
03/04/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Asian Elephant Nicole Headed to The Elephant Sanctuary In Tennessee
03/08/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Names King & Queen of the Jungle at Kids Zoo Ball
03/10/2023 – Help San Antonio Zoo Name Two Sloth Pups! Media Advisory
03/13/2023 – San Antonio Zoo’s 2023 Fiesta Medal is Here! Media Advisory
03/24/2023 – Monarch Fest at San Antonio Zoo Media Advisory
03/28/2023 – Votes Are In – San Antonio Zoo’s Sloth Pups Have Been Named!
03/31/2023 – Locals Day | $8 Admission to San Antonio Zoo for Bexar County Residents
April 2023
04/08/2023 – Zoo Lovers Day at San Antonio Zoo Media Advisory
04/20/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Releases 3D Flythrough Video of its New Front Gate Media Advisory
04/22/2023 – $8 Admission, Performances by TikTok Star – Jacques Ze Whipper, Party 4 the Planet
04/25/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Announces New Event Center As Part of Expansion
04/27/2023 – Will Smith Zoo School Celebrates its 5th Anniversary
May 2023
05/05/2023 – Free Admission for Nurses & Teachers, Students $20.23
05/12/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Baby Boom for Mother’s Day
05/18/2023 – Meerkats Are Back At San Antonio Zoo In All New Habitat!
05/20/2023 – Pop-Up Meerkat Mob Party Media Advisory
05/24/2023 – Locals Day | $8 Admission to San Antonio Zoo for Bexar County Residents
05/27/2023 – Guinness World Records Certificate Presentation for World’s Largest Bat Colony
June 2023
July 2023
07/14/2023 – Kiddie Park Welcomes Historic Double Decker Bus into Its Family
07/18/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Hatching of 27 Texas Horned Lizards with More on the Way
07/21/2023 – Beat the Heat at San Antonio Zoo with UNLIMITED FREE SOFT DRINKS and More
07/22/2023 – ALL Members Can Bring-a-Friend FREE Every Weekend Through Labor Day Media Advisory
August 2023
08/12/2023 – $8 Locals Day for Bexar County Residents | Saturday, August 12 Media Advisory
08/15/2023 – Bowling for Rhinos – Join us for a Fun-Filled, Family-Friendly Event! Media Advisory
08/17/2023 – San Antonio cultural organizations unite to support the ‘Imua Maui Relief Fund’
08/20/2023 – H-E-B Community Days at San Antonio Zoo – $8 Admission Media Advisory
08/26/2023 – San Antonio Zoo Presents Pokémon GO Fest: The Ultimate Pokémon GO Adventure
September 2023
2022
- 1/07/22 – San Antonio Zoo® Leverages New Therapy to Treat Arthritis in Komodo Dragon
- 1/14/22 – “Thank You For Being A Friend Day” Honoring Betty White at San Antonio Zoo
- 1/18/22 – Swipe Right… or Left with San Antonio Zoo® This Valentine’s Day
- 1/23/22 – Locals Day at SA Zoo Media Advisory
- 2/11/22 – Who’s going to win this year’s Super Bowl? San Antonio Zoo Jaguars Decide Media Advisory
- 2/24/22 – 26th Annual Zoo-La-La! A Taste of San Antonio Sip, Savor, and Secure a Future for Wildlife at San Antonio Zoo’s Adults-Only Night
- 3/05/22 – Jungle Boogie Break Media Advisory
- 3/05/22 – Spring Break San Antonio Zoo Traffic Plan Media Advisory
- 3/16/22 – San Antonio Zoo Parking Garage Wins Award 2021 Best Parking Structure Over 500 Spaces
- 3/25/22 – PNC Bank Locals Days at San Antonio Zoo Just Got Wilder $8 Admission, Mariachis, and FIESTA Medal Launch Friday
- 3/26/22 – Monarch Fest Media Advisory
- 4/04/22 – San Antonio Zoo Hosting 1st Annual Conservation Luncheon
- 4/09/22 – San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Fiesta 2022 Media Advisory
- 4/12/22 – San Antonio Zoo Named Top 2 Zoo in the U.S.
- 4/13/22 – San Antonio Zoo Raises Eyebrows with New Jaguar, Frida
- 4/15/22 – Bidi Bidi Bom Bom Your Way to San Antonio Zoo for the On A Stick Festival!
- 4/20/22 – Free Admission for Military Children | Day of the Military Child Media Advisory
- 4/22/22 – Earth Day at San Antonio Zoo | Party 4 the Planet! Media Advisory
- 4/26/22 – San Antonio Zoo Dives Deep with Summer Attraction | Planet Earth: Deep Sea Adventures
- 4/28/22 – Natural Bridge Caverns Wuest Family Receives Conservation of the Year Award from San Antonio Zoo
- 4/29/22 – San Antonio Zoo Celebrates World Veterinary Day with Practitioner of the Year Award – Dr. Rob L. Coke
- 5/04/22 – May the 4D Theater Be With Zoo San Antonio Zoo Announces 4D Theater Coming This Summer
- 5/07/22 – San Antonio Zoo Celebrates Baby Boom for Mother’s Day
- 5/18/22 – San Antonio Zoo Improvements Keep Coming The F.C. Hixon Bird House Receiving Renovation at San Antonio Zoo
- 5/20/22 – Drive Thru Zoo is BACK for a Limited Time, Select Evenings in June
- 5/23/22 – $8 Admission for Locals, PNC Bank Locals Day Media Advisory
- 6/01/22 – San Antonio Zoo Hosts Pride Week Kick Off2nd Annual Night Out at the Zoo
- 6/04/22 – Now Open, Planet Earth: Deep Sea Adventures, Presented by Broadway Bank at San Antonio Zoo
- 6/15/22 -San Antonio Zoo Featured in Conservation Documentary Deep in the Heart
- 6/20/22 – Explore What’s New at San Antonio Zoo New Culinary, Retail, and Event Experiences
- 6/29/22 – SAN ANTONIO ZOO CELEBRATES HATCHINGS OF TEXAS HORNED LIZARDS ON TEXAS HORNED LIZARD DAY
- 7/02/2022 – Zoochella Media Advisory
- 7/05/2022 – San Antonio Zoo VP of Conservation & Research Awarded with Humane Hero Award
- 7/07/2022 – San Antonio Zoo Brings Annual Dream Night to Pediatric Patients in San Antonio
- 7/08/2022 – First-ever Corpse Flower Bloom Watch in San Antonio at the Zoo. See it Before it’s Too Late!
- 7/09/2022 – Fixin’ to 2 Step: Country Music, FREE Dance Lessons, Rootin-Tootin Corpse Flower Media Advisory
- 7/11/22 – Help Name San Antonio Zoo’s Corpse Flower Media Advisory
- 7/12/22 – #1 Zoo in Texas Awarded to San Antonio Zoo, Again
- 7/16/22 – Live Music, Luau & Fire Performances | Jungle Boogie Nights: Beach Bash Media Advisory
- 7/16/22 – La Llorona, San Antonio Zoo’s Corpse Flower Beginning to Stink! Media Advisory
- 7/18/22 – The Great (Little) Train Robbery at San Antonio Zoo Media Advisory
- 7/19/22 – San Antonio Zoo’s Corpse Flower Begins to Sag Media Advisory
- 7/23/22 – Disco Boogie |Live Music, Dance Parties, Bring-a-Friend Free Media Advisory
- 7/26/22 – New Zoo Train Ribbon-Cutting
- 7/26/22 – San Antonio Zoo Adds Union Pacific Mini Train to Brackenridge Park Rail Line
- 7/29/22 – $8 Admission for Bexar County Residents, PNC Bank Locals Day
- 7/30/22 – 80s Night at San Antonio Zoo Media Advisory
- 8/01/22 – San Antonio Zoo & H-E-B Celebrate Texas Teachers with Teacher Appreciation Month
- 8/02/22 – San Antonio Zoo Vet Finalist for National Award
- 8/12/22 – $8 Admission for Bexar County Residents | World Elephant Day, PNC Bank Locals Day Media Advisory
- 8/16/22 – Back to School Baby Boom at San Antonio Zoo
- 8/19/22 – San Antonio Zoo and Freetail Brewing Company Unveil New Roadrunner Can
- 8/23/22 – San Antonio Zoo Paves Way with New Director of Animal Welfare
- 8/26/22 – Run While Securing a Future for Wildlife During San Antonio Zoo’s 37th Annual Zoo Run Relay, presented by H-E-B
- 9/01/22 – San Antonio Zoo Honors Frontline Heroes with FREE Admission to Zoo the Entire Month of September
- 9/02/22 – New Annual Music Festival Benefiting San Antonio Zoo Country, Rock, Latin – ZOOFEST 2022, Presented by Bud Light
- 9/05/22 – $8 Admission for Bexar County Residents Media Advisory
- 9/9/22 – 37th Annual Zoo Run Relay, presented by H-E-B Media Advisory
- 9/12/22 – San Antonio Zoo Kicks Off Spooky Season with ZOOBOO! presented by Valero Benefit for Children
- 9/16/22 – San Antonio Zoo Opens Discovery PLAYce Media Advisory
- 9/16/22 – San Antonio Zoo Opens Discovery PLAYce
- 9/29/22 – Center for Conservation and Research at San Antonio Zoo Releases Texas Horned Lizards into the Wild
- 9/30/22 – FREE Admission for Frontline Heroes to San Antonio Zoo Extended, Presented by an Angel Donor Media Advisory
- 10/02/22 – San Antonio Zoo Mobilizes to Impact Zone in Florida to Help with Hurricane Ian Relief Media Advisory
- 10/04/22 – PNC Bank Locals Day|$8Admissionto San Antonio Zoo for Bexar County Residents Media Advisory
- 10/05/22 – World Teachers’ Day at San Antonio Zoo, 50% Off Admission!
- 10/20/22 – San Antonio Zoo Donates 1,000 Tickets to Active & Retired Military to ZOOFEST Concert this Weekend
- 10/21/22 – San Antonio Zoo Announces VIP Member Preview Night for Upcoming Zoo Lights, Presented by CPS Energy! Media Advisory
- 10/26/22 – San Antonio Zoo’s Tim Morrow & Dr. Tarah Hadley named Top 50 Zoo & Aquarium Influencer List 2022
- 10/31/22 – Dia de los Muertos Ofrenda at San Antonio Zoo Media Advisory
- 11/03/22 – San Antonio Zoo Sends More Than 18k Endangered Puerto Rican Crested Toad Tadpoles to Puerto Rico, Making Groundbreaking Record
- 11/10/22 – Zoo Lights Powered by CPS Energy Illuminates on November 19 Bigger, Brighter & WILDER Than Ever Before
- 11/14/22 – Wine that Saves Wildlife, San Antonio Zoo Unveils Conservino
- 11/21/22 – It’s A Zoo Out There. Shop Black Friday Deals Now Media Advisory
- 11/30/22 – San Antonio Zoo Once Again Achieves American Humane Certification™ for Excellence in Animal Welfare
- 12/05/22 – Timothy’s 25 Days of Christmas Media Advisory
- 12/09/22 – San Antonio Zoo Renames Roadrunner ‘Rowdy’ In Honor of UTSA Mascot
- 12/14/22 – Saving the Japanese Giant Salamander from 6,500 Miles Away
- 12/15/22 – Twins! San Antonio Zoo Welcomes Adorable Cotton Top Tamarin Twins
- 12/27/22 – San Antonio Zoo Receives National Award for Psychedelic Rock Gecko Breeding
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- 4/19/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Begins Construction on Unique Jaguar Habitat
- 4/22/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Proves Everything is Better On a Stick
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- 6/30/21 – Baby Blue Duiker Born at San Antonio Zoo®
- 7/6/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Surprises Terminally Ill Flamingo Fan
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- 9/1/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Is Looking For Their Next King And Queen Of The Jungle!
- 9/9/21 –San Antonio Zoo® Partners with Metro Health to Fight COVID
- 9/10/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Announces Annual Zoo Boo! Presented by Valero Benefit for Children
- 9/13/21 –San Antonio Zoo® Animal Care Specialist Wins “Trip of a Lifetime”
- 9/22/21 -San Antonio installs first EVSA Electric Vehicle Charger at San Antonio Zoo
- 9/24/21 – Natural Bridge Caverns Family Foundation Lends Support to San Antonio Zoo Research on Cave Species
- 9/27/21 –New San Antonio Zoo Train Debuts in Brackenridge Park
- 10/07/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Receives Charitable Grant from 2021 Valero Benefit for Children
- 10/14/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Earns ZAA Accreditation Again
- 10/15/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Announces 2022 Attraction – Kronkosky’s Tiny Tot Nature Spot Reimagined
- 10/29/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Opens new tropical realm, NEOTROPICA
- 11/09/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Successfully Hatches Endangered Komodo Dragons
- 11/17/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Announces Improvements to Include New Guest Entrance
- 11/23/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Rehabilitates and Releases Threatened Rough-Footed Mud Turtles
- 12/27/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Welcomes 1 Millionth Visitor of 2021
- 12/30/21 – San Antonio Zoo® Releases Critically Endangered Puerto Rican Crested Toad Tadpoles Into the Wild
2020
- 6/11/20 – Local Walmart Managers Rally to Support San Antonio Zoo® by Donating $25,500 towards the zoo’s Recovery Fund
- 6/09/20 – Quarantine Baby Boom at San Antonio Zoo®
- 6/05/20 – San Antonio Zoo® Provides New Version of Dream Night to Local Pediatric Patients
- ‘7-16-20 – San Antonio Zoo® Celebrates Hatching Bird Extinct in the Wild
- 7/8/20 – San Antonio Zoo® Offers Guests A Choice -Popular Drive Thru Zoo Experience or Walk thru the Zoo
- 7/7/20 – 50th Anniversary of the Great Little Train Robbery
- 8-7-20 San Antonio Zoo Goes Virtual with Largest Annual Fundraiser Zoo Ball
- 8-13-20 Center for Conservation and Research at San Antonio Zoo Celebrates More Hatchings of Texas Horned Lizards
- 08-7-20 San Antonio Zoo goes Virtual with Largest Annual Fundraiser Zoo Ball
- 8-13-20 Horned Toads Successfully Hatched
- 9-1-2020: San Antonio Zoo Honors Frontline Heroes with FREE Admission to Zoo the Entire Month of September
- 9-17-2020: San Antonio Zoo Ushers in Halloween Season with Zoo Boo!, Trick-or-Treat Stations Sponsored by HEB, Zoo Fiesta Medals, Drive Thru Zoo Boo!, and even a Chupacabra
- 9-17-2020: San Antonio Zoo Ushers In Halloween Season w/ Zoo boo!
- 9-25-2020: New Species Arrive at San Antonio Zoo
- 10-2-2020 – San Antonio Zoo Launches “Road to Recovery” Fundraiser Paver Campaign
- 10-12-2020 – San Antonio Zoo® Is Looking For Their Next King And Queen Of The Jungle! (Kids Zoo Ball)
- 10-29-20 San Antonio Zoo Dia De Candy
- 10-30-20 San Antonio Zoo Adds Senior Leader
- San Antonio Recognized in “Escape From Extinction” Documentary Film”
- Timothy For President
- San Antonio Zoo Offers Free Admission to Military
- Rhinos at San Antonio Zoo Now Exploring Giraffe Savanna
- San Antonio Zoo Helps the Bora Indigenous People Survive in the Amazon During Pandemic
- San Antonio Recognized in “Escape From Extinction” Documentary Film”
- Timothy For President
- San Antonio Zoo Offers Free Admission to Military
- Rhinos at San Antonio Zoo Now Exploring Giraffe Savanna
- San Antonio Zoo Helps the Bora Indigenous People Survive in the Amazon During Pandemic
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