Blog - Page 4 of 10 - Los Angeles Zoo and Botanical Gardens

Zoo Successfully Implements Avian Flu Vaccines in CA Condors

We’ve reached another conservation milestone for California condors. This summer and fall, birds from the L.A. Zoo participated in successful, historic vaccine trials, furthering condor recovery efforts by creating a potential shield against highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI). The trial was developed in coordination with the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service, USDA, and U.S. Geological Service and was carried out by the L.A. Zoo, San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance, Oregon Zoo, and Carolina Raptor Center. […]

Zoo Successfully Implements Avian Flu Vaccines in CA Condors Read more

Zoo Update with GLAZA Interim President Dawn Petersen-Amend – November 2023

In November 1963, some 200 prominent Los Angeles community leaders, including Cary Grant, filed the original Articles of Incorporation to create GLAZA in anticipation of creating a new Zoo for the region.

Zoo Update with GLAZA Interim President Dawn Petersen-Amend – November 2023 Read more

Connecting Habitats: The Los Angeles Zoo Supports Development of Democratic Republic of Congo Wildlife Corridor

I am excited to share a new biodiversity initiative that the Los Angeles Zoo is supporting, which provides you with the unique opportunity to help support the conservation of Grauer’s gorillas in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

Connecting Habitats: The Los Angeles Zoo Supports Development of Democratic Republic of Congo Wildlife Corridor Read more

Standing at a lectern, Dr. Jake Owens, L.A. Zoo Director of Conservation, opens ‘Gathering for Gorillas’ event on Saturday, Sept. 23, 2023. An image of a Grauer's gorilla and the text "World Gorilla Day" are projected on a screen behind him.

Zoo Update with CEO and Director Denise M. Verret – October 2023

There’s lots of great animal news coming out of the Zoo! Catch up on the latest with CEO and Zoo Director Denise M. Verret.

Zoo Update with CEO and Director Denise M. Verret – October 2023 Read more

A black stingray with white dots floats above black pebbles.

On Beasts and Books

GLAZA Senior Editor and author Brenda Scott Royce discusses the personal and creative path that led to the publication her new book, Angela & Lulingu: Two Gorillas, A World Apart, being launched to celebrate World Gorilla Day at the Zoo.

On Beasts and Books Read more

An author sits comfortably outdoors with a children’s picture book on her lap.

Animal News: Important Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake Births

The Zoo is proud to announce the birth of six Santa Catalina Island rattlesnakes. Curator of Reptiles, Amphibians, and Fish Ian Recchio calls this a “significant” moment for the Species Survival Plan (SSP) for this critically endangered snake.

Animal News: Important Santa Catalina Island Rattlesnake Births Read more

A pale, coiled snake with greyish diamonds looks sideways at the camera.

Zoo Update from Zoo CEO and Director Denise M. Verret – August 2023

The Zoo has made an incredible effort with young people this season. Read on to discover how programs like Zoo Camp, community engagement through our partnership with the library, and our commitment to equity through paid internships and the Teen Council for Conservation are impacting young hearts and minds.

Zoo Update from Zoo CEO and Director Denise M. Verret – August 2023 Read more

A white, long-beaked bird with pink legs moves deftly through the rocks of a waterfall.

Behind the Scenes with Keepers

The week of July 17 is National Zoo Keeper Week, and to celebrate the frontline stars of our Animal Care staff, we want to share some inside looks at what keepers do at the Zoo! Aside from wearing cool outfits and sharing their first-hand knowledge with guests, keepers do dozens of things that affect the day-to-day lives of animals.

Behind the Scenes with Keepers Read more