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Zoo slammed for overfeeding animals after obese creature shocks visitors

A Chinese zoo is facing serious backlash after shocking footage of an overweight panther went viral online, sparking concerns about animal welfare and the conditions at the zoo. The panther, with its sleek black coat ...

Endangered red panda triplets born at zoo — welcome to the world

It’s always an exciting day at a zoo when new baby animals are born, but it’s even better when the newborns are part of an endangered species. Each new arrival is a step towards ensuring ...

Betty, Dublin Zoo’s longest resident and oldest chimp in human care, dead at 62 — rest in peace

This week, the Dublin Zoo said goodbye to one of its most beloved and famous residents: Betty, the chimpanzee who was their longest resident and oldest living chimp in human care, has died at 62. ...

Zoo celebrates birth of critically endangered gharial crocodiles: “A massive conservation achievement”

It’s always an exciting day at a zoo when a new baby animal is born, especially when they’re a member of a critically endangered species. Each new arrival is an important step towards ensuring the ...

Critically endangered western lowland gorilla born at zoo — welcome to the world

It’s always a special moment for a zoo when a new baby animal is born, especially when they are part of an endangered species. Each new birth is a step towards ensuring the species’ survival. ...

Giant pandas will return to Washington DC’s National Zoo this year: “historic moment”

In November, the Smithsonian National Zoo’s resident giant pandas returned to China, marking the first time in 50 years there would be no pandas in Washington DC. Many fans wondered if this was truly the ...

Costa Rica officially closes state zoos, moves animals to rescue center: “We are getting rid of the cages”

Costa Rica is known for its amazing and exotic wildlife: the country is home to diverse animals including sloths, jaguars, monkeys, toucans and parrots. Recently, Costa Rica made an extraordinary and long-awaited move to protect ...

Jameela, premature gorilla born via rare c-section, accepted by surrogate mother after zoo transfer

In February, we reported on the story of Jameela, a prematurely-born baby gorilla who was successfully delivered via a rare c-section. But it turns out that wasn’t the end of the story. Baby Jameela was ...

Louisville Zoo will move last two remaining elephants to sanctuary next year: “The best decision for them”

Zoos have a responsibility to do what’s best for their animals, even if it means making a difficult decision. Now, the Louisville Zoo is getting ready to say goodbye to two of its beloved, longtime ...

New Yorkers mourn Flaco, beloved local owl who escaped Central Park Zoo and lived free in city

New York City residents are mourning the loss of a local legend: Flaco, the owl who became a sensation after getting loose from the Central Park Zoo and roaming free around Manhattan, has died. His ...