News

Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Institute launches Program for Conservation in Misiones, Argentina

A new program will support Dr. Karen DeMatteo's critical work protecting carnivore habitats in Argentina

Limitless Lizard Diversity in Armenia

Nestled within the diverse landscapes of Armenia lies amazing reptile diversity, including many species of lizard. Director of the Saint Louis Zoo Center for Conservation in Western Asia and Curator of Herpetology and Aquatics Justin Elden explores a few of these unique animals in his recent blog.

Working for Wolves

WildCare Park Keeper Joshua Sydney-Smith dives into the recent meeting regarding the American Red Wolf and the Mexican Wolf Saving Animals From Extinction programs.

Connecting Communities for Bird Conservation in the Northern Mariana Islands

Conservation Audience Research and Evaluation Associate Erin Tate dives into the Zoo’s work in the Northern Mariana Islands and our support of their local bird species through the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Institute Center for Avian Conservation in the Pacific.

Yes, I’m a Beetle Groupie

This summer, the Zoo released 145 American burying beetle pairs (and a few bachelor males) to wild prairies. Human Resources Generalist John Russell, III participated in the preparation and the implementation of these reintroductions. Read more in his blog!

Western Lowland Gorilla Kayin Joins Saint Louis Zoo

Male western lowland gorilla Kayin (Kay’-in) arrived safely at the Saint Louis Zoo last week, completing a move that was based on a recommendation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).

New Studies on Local Turtles and Galapagos Tortoises

Saint Louis Zoo staff, in collaboration with Saint Louis University and others, published two new studies on the effects of human activities on turtles and tortoises.

Saint Louis Zoo Helps Release Thousands of Tropical Snails

Zoo keepers from four institutions, including the Saint Louis Zoo, have released thousands of tropical snails into their French Polynesian island homes. These snails were bred in various zoos in an effort to reintroduce several snail species, a few of which are extinct in the wild.

Notes from the Field: Cheetah Conservation Up Close

During recent fieldwork in Namibia, Carnivore Keeper Carolyn Kelly supported Cheetah Conservation Fund, an organization that takes a holistic approach to saving cheetahs and their habitats.

Introducing the Pack

Keeper Jeremy Martin introduces the American red wolf pack at Saint Louis Zoo Sears Lehmann, Jr. Wildlife Reserve, located in Franklin County, Missouri.

Ivory Surrender Events Invite Public to “Toss The Tusk” to Save Elephants

Association of Zoos & Aquariums, AZA’s Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, and U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announce public events that draw attention to the elephant poaching crisis and illegal trade of elephant ivory in the United States. The Saint Louis Zoo will participate on Friday, August 11.

Flexing for Mussels in Illinois

Insectarium Keeper Robert ‘Grey’ Andre discusses a recent survey of freshwater mussels in Illinois.

Does Absence Make the Heart Grow Fonder?

Saint Louis Zoo Animal Welfare Scientist Ashley Edes reflects on how Zoo animals responded to guests returning after COVID-19 closure.

¿Cuánto vale la vida de un delfín?

La directora del Instituto de Medicina de la Conservación del Zoológico de Saint Louis, Sharon Deem, reflexiona sobre una misión de rescate de delfines de río en Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia.

What’s a Dolphin’s Life Worth?

Director of the Saint Louis Zoo Institute for Conservation Medicine Sharon Deem reflects on a river dolphin rescue mission in Santa Cruz de la Sierra, Bolivia.

Big Cat Public Safety Act

Following a decade of advocacy, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums heralds Congressional approval of the ‘Big Cat Public Safety Act.’ The bill now heads to President Biden’s desk for approval. Saint Louis Zoo involved in advocating for this bill

Forest Park Living Lab

The Forest Park Living Lab is a partnership of Forest Park Forever, The National Great Rivers Research and Education Center, Saint Louis University, the Saint Louis Zoo, Washington University in St. Louis and the World Bird Sanctuary.