Dallas Zoo

Welcome to the world, baby giraffe! 🦒 Meet our towering new arrival, born on Friday, August 22, to proud parents Chrystal and Tebogo! This baby boy weighed 123 lbs at birth and already stands an impressive 5'7" tall. #dallaszoo #giraffe #zoobabies #newarrival

Do you know there are only about 200 blue-crowned laughingthrushes left in the wild? This critically endangered bird is known for its vibrant blue plumage and distinctive calls that resemble laughter – hence their name, the laughingthrush. At AZA institutions like your Dallas Zoo, we are dedicated to preserving species like this magnificent bird for future generations. We’re excited to share that we recently celebrated the hatching of two blue-crowned laughingthrush chicks, marking the first time this species has been successfully bred at the Dallas Zoo! These birds currently live behind the scenes at the Zoo. This achievement highlights the critical role of zoos in conservation efforts and our dedication to supporting and expanding the populations of endangered species. Stay tuned for more updates on these newcomers! #DallasZoo #AZA #Conservation

Make a gift for North Texas Giving Day. Early Giving is now open, and we're kicking things off by celebrating our adorable okapi baby, Malamu! For decades, your Dallas Zoo has been at the forefront of okapi conservation, working to secure a hopeful future for this remarkable species Your support is crucial in continuing this important work. Make your gift now through September 19 and help support our commitment to protecting wildlife: bit.ly/NTXGD24 #DallasZoo #NorthTexasGivingDay2024 #NorthTexasGivingDay #NTGD

Primates are incredibly intelligent, social, and undeniably adorable. Yet, they often face heartbreaking conditions, a reality highlighted in HBO's new documentary Chimp Crazy. This four-part series exposes the harsh truths about the lives of primates in the pet and entertainment industries. Primates like lemurs, capuchin monkeys, slow lorises, and chimpanzees need complex environments to thrive. Yet, due to a lack of federal regulations, they are often kept as personal pets or used in entertainment, leading to severe mental and physical distress. In the United States alone, there are thousands of primates living in unsuitable conditions as pets or in the entertainment industry. But we have the power to change this. Support the Captive Primate Safety Act to help end the pet primate trade and protect these amazing creatures. Take action to protect our primates today – bit.ly/protectourprimates #dallaszoo #chimpcrazy #captiveprimatesafetyact

We're proud to be Sensory Inclusive Certified – again! Since 2019, we’ve partnered with KultureCity to ensure our campus, programs, and events are sensory-inclusive for individuals with autism, PTSD, dementia, and anyone who may be sensitive to sensory stimuli. We're excited to announce that we recently renewed our certification, continuing our commitment to making the Dallas Zoo a welcoming space for everyone to connect with animals and nature. To achieve and maintain this certification, our staff undergoes continuous training from leading medical professionals to recognize guests with sensory needs and effectively manage sensory overload situations. We provide sensory bags equipped with noise-canceling headphones, fidget tools, verbal cue cards, and weighted lap pads to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience for all our guests. We also host Sensory Friendly Days at the Zoo, where families can explore the Zoo without the crowds, noise, and sensory stimuli of a typical day. Our next Sensory Friendly Day is on September 29 – check out our website for more information: bit.ly/3X1jjeL #DallasZoo #SensoryInclusive #KultureCity #AccessibilityForAll #InclusiveExperience #Community

We’ve got 18 reasons to celebrate! Our reptile team has just welcomed 18 Texas horned lizards, with more on the way! If all goes well, these little guys will be released into the wild this fall as part of a statewide effort to restore horned lizard populations. #dallaszoo #texashornedlizard

We’re thrilled to share that one of our conservation partners, the Gorilla Rehabilitation and Conservation Education Center (GRACE Gorillas), has just announced the grand opening of a much-anticipated community center dedicated to the Zoo’s former CEO, Gregg Hudson. The Gregg Hudson Community Center located in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), will serve as a key gathering place for both the GRACE team and the local community, providing access to computers, the internet, and a small library. In addition, the event center can be used to host workshops or as a space for community associations to meet. This is the kind of resource that can help the community connect, learn, and grow. Gregg served as GRACE’s first Board Chair and helped lay the foundation for the strong organization it is today. GRACE shared that naming the center after him is the best way to honor his lasting contributions and impact on their work. We couldn’t be more proud of Gregg’s legacy and the vital role this community center will play in empowering the people of the DRC.

We’re #hiring! Join our team as a Zoological Manager - Ectotherms! In this hands-on role, you'll oversee the care of our reptiles, amphibians, and arthropods while mentoring our team and ensuring top-notch animal management. If you’re passionate about animal care and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you! #DallasZoo #ConservationJobs

August is National Make-A-Will Month, a timely opportunity to reflect on the legacy you want to leave. Here at your Dallas Zoo, our work is focused on securing the future for our world and now you can secure yours too! This month, take advantage of the opportunity to create or update your will for free through our trusted partner, FreeWill. Protect your loved ones, pets, and belongings you cherish, with the option to include a charitable bequest to the Dallas Zoo. Your planned gift can help feed, care for and protect the wonders of the animal kingdom and continue to inspire others. Start planning today: bit.ly/46JQWGD #dallaszoo #NationalMakeAWillMonth #legacyplanning #freewill

Wow, what a day! The second of our Dollar Days Presented by Whataburger yesterday was a massive success with over 15,000 guests braving the Texas heat to visit us at the Zoo. Nothing makes us happier than being able to give back to the community that supports us all year long. #dallaszoo #community