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Learn about exciting Zoo developments, including animal updates, events, expert perspectives, and field reports on our conservation initiatives at the Zoo and around the world.
GLAZA has planned a summer of excitement-filled events at the Zoo to appeal to all ages. We invite you to join us for some (or all!) of our summer celebrations.
Zoo Update with GLAZA Interim President Dawn Petersen-Amend – July 2024 Read more
The Zoo recently welcomed a new male peninsular pronghorn (a.k.a. berrendo) and has joined the females to create a sustainable population with the eventual goal of returning the endangered species to the wild.
New at the Zoo: Peninsular Pronghorn Update Read more
Zoo Director Denise M. Verret reflects on the Zoo’s unwavering commitment to saving wildlife.
Zoo Update with Zoo Director and CEO Denise M. Verret – June 2024 Read more
GLAZA celebrated National Volunteer Week the last week of April, recognizing our amazing volunteers and their many contributions to the L.A. Zoo. Looking ahead, we hope you will join us for our annual Beastly Ball the evening of June 1.
Zoo Update with GLAZA Interim President Dawn Petersen-Amend Read more
The Teen Council for Conservation serves as an equitable pathway for young Angelenos to voice their concerns and actively engage in developing meaningful solutions. It is a transformative journey, evolving each year with new cohorts working towards creating a just and sustainable world where people and wildlife thrive, together.
Raising Our Voices: Amplifying Teen Voices for a Just & Sustainable Los Angeles Read more
A three-person team from the Zoo recently traveled to Kenya to meet with partners from African Conservation Centre and discuss a first-of-its-kind project near Amboseli National Park.
As we welcome the gentle embrace of spring, I find myself filled with a sense of rejuvenation and optimism.
Zoo Update with Zoo Director and CEO Denise M. Verret – April 2024 Read more
Brush-tailed bettongs are named for a black tuft of fur that extends from their prehensile tails.
Creature Feature: Brush-tailed Bettong Read more
In early February, we said goodbye to Kaloa the jaguar, a long-time resident of the L.A. Zoo.
Farewell to Kaloa the Jaguar Read more
A huge thank you to each of our members and your families and guests who attended this year’s L.A. Zoo Lights: Animals Aglow.
Zoo Update with GLAZA Interim President Dawn Petersen-Amend – March 2024 Read more
