News Updateshttp://www.okczoo.org/newsNews Updatesen-usEXPEDITION AFRICA, OKC ZOO’S LARGEST EVER EXPANSION, NOW COMPLETEWith 12 acres of new habitats for more than 60 species, renovations, and experiences, the OKC Zoo welcomes guests to enjoy an exciting new adventure.3/26/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28847http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28847MAKE A BREAKFAST DATE WITH THE OKC ZOONew Breakfast with the Animals events are on sale now.3/22/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28842http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28842OKC ZOO SEEKING VOLUNTEERS FOR BEAUTIFICATIONGo wild, help the Zoo gear up for the spring season. Volunteer opportunities for individuals 14+ and groups available.3/8/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28831http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28831MONARCH WAYSTATION NAMES STUDY COULD ENCOURAGE MORE CONSERVATION EFFORTSThe information is part of a new paper published by researchers at OKC Zoo and the University of Kansas.3/7/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28830http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28830MARCH HAPPENINGS AT THE OKC ZOOSpring into conservation action with Zoo events promoting clean water, saving wild gorillas, and a jam-packed Spring Break schedule.2/29/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28826http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28826OKC ZOO LAUNCHES NEW SEASON OF ANIMAL AWARENESS DAYS WITH WORLD WATER DAY ACTIVITIESOKC Zoo continues to connect people to conservation, wildlife and wild places with its Animal Awareness Days. Learn about aquatic animals, water conservation while partaking in family-friendly activities, caretaker chats and more.2/27/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28824http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28824OKC ZOO ANNOUNCES NEW ADDITION TO ADMINISTRATIVE TEAMNew Chief Animal Program Officer brings together caretakers and veterinary care at the OKC Zoo.2/21/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28820http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28820MAKE IT A WILD VALENTINE’S DAY WITH THE OKC ZOOMemberships, Wild Encounters, and more gift ideas for animal lovers await at the OKC Zoo.2/9/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28811http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28811VOTE TO MAKE OKC ZOO’S SANCTUARY ASIA THE NATION’S BEST ZOO EXHIBITHelp the OKC Zoo’s Sanctuary Asia earn the distinction of being America’s BEST ZOO EXHIBIT! Voting is live through Monday, March 4, 2024.2/7/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28809http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28809OKC ZOO ANNOUNCES 2025 CONSERVATION TRAVEL PROGRAM DESTINATIONS TO INDONESIA, SRI LANKA AND ZIMBABWEOKC Zoo invites wildlife lovers on extraordinary trips to encounter wildlife up-close while learning about the Zoo’s global conservation efforts.2/6/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28807http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28807OKC ZOO ANNOUNCES THAT TWO OF ITS ENDANGERED ASIAN ELEPHANTS ARE PREGNANTOKC Zoo proudly awaits the arrival of two baby elephants as Asha and her daughter, Achara are expecting in 2025, welcoming a second generation of elephants to the Zoo’s herd!2/5/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28806http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28806OKC ZOO ANNOUNCES BIRTH OF ENDANGERED ASIAN MONKEYEndangered Francois langur birth is the first langur born at the OKC Zoo.1/31/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28789http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28789OKC ZOO ENDING ITS WINTER HOURS EARLYThe sun is out and it’s time to get out to the Zoo! Starting today the Zoo will return to its regular hours, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.1/31/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28786http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28786OKC ADVENTURE DISTRICT BUSINESSES HOST JOB FAIRDistrict-wide job fair offers exciting careers at some of Oklahoma City’s most-popular attractions.1/26/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28785http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28785OKC ZOO SPRING BREAK SIGN UP NOW OPENKids can experience a week of safari-inspired fun as the Zoo’s Spring Break Camp focuses on the new Expedition Africa habitat.1/18/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28776http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28776OKC ZOO SCIENTISTS CONDUCT FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND STUDY TO LEARN HOW ELEPHANTS USE ODORSExperts gain invaluable insight about elephants’ advance sensory abilities, the positive impact this can have on elephant conservation.1/5/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28767http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28767JANUARY AND FEBRUARY HAPPENINGS AT THE OKC ZOOA new year means new fun at the OKC Zoo with the end of winter hours, Healthcare Workers and Emergency Responders Appreciation Month, education programs and more!1/5/2024http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28766http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28766OKC ZOO STAFF PROVIDES LIFE-SAVING CARE TO COWNOSE STINGRAYIn a first for the OKC Zoo, veterinary staff performed a successful surgery to remove cyst-filled ovary from cownose stingray Maggie.12/20/2023http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28756http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28756OKC ZOO AND OG&E CONTINUE STATEWIDE LIBRARY PROGRAM, READ FOR ADVENTURE, OFFERING FREE ZOO ADMISSIONPopular program continues to engage Oklahoma families through reading fun, conservation education and recreation with complimentary Zoo admission!6/20/2023http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28550http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28550OKC ZOO REWARDS FIRST OKLAHOMA SCHOOL TO CHANGE ITS MASCOT TO WILDLIFE SPECIESCristo Rey OKC Catholic High School, selects the African Elephant as its mascot, becoming the first and only elephant mascot in the state of Oklahoma. Promotion highlights fact that 20% of high school mascots are threatened with extinction.4/14/2023http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28459http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28459OKC ZOO ANNOUNCES PLANS FOR NEW MARINE MAMMAL HABITAT EXPANSIONOKC Zoo to break ground on a state-of-the-art habitat for its beloved California sea lions, harbor seals in Spring 2023. The Zoo’s sea lion presentations will temporarily conclude on Sunday, October 30.10/11/2022http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28264http://www.okczoo.org/default.aspx?p=164942&naid=28264