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November 28, 2023
Saint Louis Zoo-reared eastern hellbender found with clutch of eggs on Gasconade River in Missouri
Missouri Department of Conservation and partners, including Saint Louis Zoo, reach yet another milestone to recover endangered hellbender in Missouri.November 21, 2023
Three Amur Tiger Cubs Born
Their births are important for the survival of this critically endangered big catNovember 13, 2023
2023 Saint Louis Zoo Awards
2023 Saint Louis Zoo Conservation Award Goes to Dr. Crickette Sanz and Dr. David Morgan. Spire, Pershing Charitable Trust and Judy and Nick Kouchoukos also honored with Zoo AwardsNovember 09, 2023
Saint Louis Zoo Mourns the Loss of Elderly Asian Elephant Donna
The Saint Louis Zoo has said goodbye to beloved, elderly Asian elephant Donna. She was humanely euthanized this morning, Thursday, Nov. 9, 2023, at the age of 52.October 26, 2023
Health Update on Elderly Female Asian Elephant Donna
Donna was recently diagnosed with a condition known as primary hyperparathyroidism.October 17, 2023
Asian Elephant Rani Has Died
The Saint Louis Zoo is saddened to announce that Rani (pronounced “Ronnie”), a 27-year-old female Asian elephant, has died.October 11, 2023
Zoos and Aquariums Join Forces to Advance Global Goals to Protect Wildlife and Wild Places Across the World
With the Power of Millions Behind Us: We Are Resolved to Halt and Reverse the World’s Catastrophic Decline in BiodiversitySeptember 05, 2023
New E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor in Zoological Studies at UMSL and Senior Scientist at Saint Louis Zoo
Michael “Michi” Tobler has taken over as the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professor in Zoological Studies at the University of Missouri–St. Louis, effective Aug. 15. As part of his new role, he will also serve as Senior Scientist at the Saint Louis Zoo.August 18, 2023
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.August 15, 2023
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.August 11, 2023
Toss the Tusk Event Hosted by Saint Louis Zoo
Association of Zoos and Aquariums, U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service and Saint Louis Zoo team up to help save elephants from wildlife trafficking through an elephant ivory surrendering event at the ZooJuly 26, 2023
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.July 12, 2023
Assistant Secretary Estenoz Visits the Saint Louis Zoo
Visit comes as nation celebrates Endangered Species Act’s 50th Anniversary.July 07, 2023
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!June 29, 2023
See and Be Your True Self
In his recent blog, Saint Louis Zoo Director Michael Macek shares his story of seeing and being his true self.June 06, 2023
National Caves and Karst Day
June 6 is National Caves and Karst Day! Curator of Herpetology and Aquatics Justin Elden shares why this day is important.June 06, 2023
A Sea Lion Story: Ella's Journey to the Saint Louis Zoo
Ella, our newest California sea lion, arrived at the Saint Louis Zoo in November 2022. Her journey to the Zoo has been a unique one.May 30, 2023
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).May 25, 2023
Notes from the Field: A Dream Come True in Armenia
During recent fieldwork in Armenia, Herpetarium Keeper Isaac Wilson supported conserving animals in Western Asia, specifically Armenia, through the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Institute Center for Conservation in Western Asia.May 16, 2023