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Holiday Adoption

GorillaPlush_holiday_sm.jpg: Plush gorilla
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Go Ape this Holiday!

Adopt a Western Lowland Gorilla from the Saint Louis Zoo to celebrate 2009 Year of the Gorilla. Orders placed by November 30, 2009 are just $35!

For $40 (after November 30), including shipping and handling, the Zoo will deliver a gorilla adoption package to anyone on your gift list in the U.S. The Zoo take care of the housing, the feeding and everything else!

Holiday adoption package includes:

  • Plush gorilla with 2009 commemorative tag (while supplies last)
  • Personalized adoption certificate
  • Color photo and fact sheet
  • Car decal and T-shirt transfer
  • Name on the Zoo Parents Kiosk for one year
  • Invitation to the Zoo Parents picnic

To ensure December 24 delivery, phone and online orders are accepted through December 15.

Order online

Order by phone

Call (314) 646-4771 to charge to credit card Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Walk-in orders

Place your adoption order in person at a Welcome Desk located at the North and South entrances.

Walk-in orders are welcome through December 24.

Proceeds

All proceeds go directly toward the care and feeding of the animals.