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Billy Brennan, Director of Public Relations & Government Affairs
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March 21, 2023
Andean Bear Ben to Move to New Home at the Gladys Porter Zoo in Texas
Saint Louis Zoo experts worked to find a new home that suits his unique personalityMarch 17, 2023
Meet Lead Horticulturalist Bridget Whittaker!
Bridget is the woman responsible for assisting the horticulture manager and supporting the team of 13 employees that maintain and care for the Zoo’s many landscape and interior plantscapes.March 14, 2023
Saint Louis Zoo Association Elects New Officers, Names New Members
Saint Louis Zoo Association elected new officers and announced new board members at its last meeting in December 2022.March 13, 2023
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.February 23, 2023
Andean bear out of habitat again and returned safely
The Zoo Animal Emergency Response protocol was implemented and various team members responded accordingly.February 16, 2023
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.February 15, 2023
Congolese Government Elevates Conservation Status of Great Ape Habitat
Saint Louis Zoo provided support for scientists to inform inclusion of the Djéké Triangle to Nouabalé-Ndoki National Park in the Republic of Congo.February 10, 2023
Birds of a Feather Give Corticosterone Concentrations Together
Saint Louis Zoo Endocrinologist Corinne Kozlowski discusses the important information the Zoo gathers from "lucky" feathers.February 08, 2023
Andean bear outside of habitat returned safely
An Andean bear named Ben was discovered outside of its habitat in the River’s Edge. The bear was secured near his habitat and staff were able to tranquilize and safely return him to the indoor holding area safely.February 06, 2023
Two Western Lowland Gorillas Move Between Saint Louis Zoo and Brookfield Zoo
Cities known for their friendly rivalries have come together to help save a critically endangered speciesJanuary 27, 2023
Assessing Equid Friendship
Manager of Behavioral Sciences Eli Baskir addresses this equid socialization while diving into research that uses data taken over nearly a decade.January 19, 2023
Flexing for Mussels in Illinois
Insectarium Keeper Robert ‘Grey’ Andre discusses a recent survey of freshwater mussels in Illinois.January 09, 2023
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.December 28, 2022
¿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.December 28, 2022
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.December 07, 2022
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 billNovember 22, 2022
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.November 04, 2022
Saint Louis Zoo Awards 2022
2022 Saint Louis Zoo Conservation Award Goes to Belinda Low MackeyOctober 28, 2022
First Baby Francois’ Langur Ever Born at the Saint Louis Zoo
Just in time for Halloween, we share with you our newest and cutest li’l pumpkin-haired baby, Rhubarb! The 1-month-old female Francois’ langur was born on September 30 to mom Dolly and dad Deshi at the Michael and Quirsis Riney Primate Canopy Trails at the Saint Louis Zoo.October 27, 2022