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Endangered Species Day

Friday, May 16, 2025

10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Free for all guests

While enjoying a fun day at the Zoo, learn how we’re working to save hundreds of species, both here and around the world. Please join us and see conservation work from a whole new perspective.

Be sure to check out:

  • Tables with Zoo experts who will talk about different endangered species, what their respective threats are and how you can help
  • Children’s activities that highlight specific Zoo animals that are endangered
  • Scheduled keeper chats, where you can meet members of our Animal Care team
  • Sustainable merchandise in our gift shops that benefit animals’ natural habitats and communities that coexist with endangered species

Food and Beverage Specials

Enjoy the following items, available for purchase:

  • Globe-shaped cookies (Lakeside Cafe)
  • Vegetarian fried rice and spring rolls (Cafe Kudu)
  • Sumatran Tiger Misto (Starbucks)

Featured Animals

Here is a sampling of animals featured at this event.

  • Vietnam Pheasant

  • Guam Kingfisher

  • Amur Leopard

  • Red Panda

  • Ozark Hellbender

  • Armenian Viper

  • Bumble Bee

  • Partula Snail

  • Black and White Ruffed Lemur

  • Black-handed Spider Monkey

  • Chacoan Peccary

  • Addax

  • American Red Wolf

Want to help endangered animals before the event?

  • Bring a wish list item to Endangered Species Day! There are several enrichment items we’ve included that benefit our animals’ well-being. We’ll have gift drop-offs at both Zoo entrances.
  • Check out some easy animal-friendly actions you can do as part of your daily routine. Our actions and purchases can make a difference for wildlife and their habitats around the world.