Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance | Saving Wildlife Together

What’s New at the Zoo

Zoo Lights Tickets On Sale Now

Don’t miss Denver’s favorite holiday tradition! Keep in mind, the most popular weekends and time slots sell out quickly, so be sure to jump on tickets right away.

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Colorado Gives Day Donations Are Now Open!

Support veterinary excellence and help offset the cost of providing world-class zoological medicine for our 2,500+ animals.

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Gift a DZCA Membership

Give the gift of wonder! When you gift a membership, your recipient gets early access and discounts for Zoo Lights.

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Holiday Adoption Kits Are Here!

Includes your choice of a plush rhino or capybara—plus a limited-edition DZCA ornament.

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News & Stories

Zoo Tales

September 23, 2025

An Announcement About Sumatran Orangutan Berani

We are heartbroken to share that Berani, our beloved 32-year-old Sumatran orangutan, was humanely euthanized on Monday, September 22.

BABY BULLETIN: Introducing Our Lion Cub Quartet

We are delighted to share that our female African lion, Araali, gave birth to four healthy cubs on August 13!

Keeping Groucho Sharp: Cognitive Care for DZCA’s Oldest E…

Groucho’s dedicated animal care team is finding creative ways to keep him mentally enriched as he ages.

Visit

Make memories and make an impact for animals! Online timed tickets are required for non-members, and children two and under are free. Members can visit anytime, no reservation required!

Conserve

Since 1996, Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance has participated in more than 600 conservation projects in 62 countries spanning six continents. See what we’re working on now, and where.

Support

As a global non-profit conservation  organization, we rely on  your generosity to help fund the  world-class care we provide to our  2,500+ animals—and protect their  wild counterparts around the globe.

Learn

As a leader in conservation education, we understand that experiencing AWE is often the first step in becoming an ally! From Nature Play and Safari Camps to school field trips and Zoo-to-You classroom visits, we cultivate wonder on a daily basis.

@DenverZoo in the Wild

✨🎄 Zoo Lights Tickets Are ON SALE! 🎄✨

The most magical time of the year is almost here, and now everyone can snag tickets to Zoo Lights! With 80 acres glowing under more than three million lights, dazzling displays, warm holiday vibes and unforgettable memories await. 🌟

Make Zoo Lights part of your winter tradition and get your tickets today:
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Zoo Lights presented by Your Front Range Toyota Stores
#ZooLights #DenverZooConservationAlliance #HolidayMagic #SavingWildlifeTogether

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✨🎄 Zoo Lights Tickets Are ON SALE! 🎄✨

The most magical time of the year is almost here, and now everyone can snag tickets to Zoo Lights! With 80 acres glowing under more than three million lights, dazzling displays, warm holiday vibes and unforgettable memories await. 🌟

Make Zoo Lights part of your winter tradition and get your tickets today:
👉 LINK IN BIO

Zoo Lights presented by Your Front Range Toyota Stores
#ZooLights #DenverZooConservationAlliance #HolidayMagic #SavingWildlifeTogether

#ICYMI: Our lion cubs are outside! You can see them in the Maternity Yard from 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or all day Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday!

#africanlion #lion #lioncub #cubs #denverzooconservationalliance #babyanimal

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#ICYMI: Our lion cubs are outside! You can see them in the Maternity Yard from 10-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday or all day Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday!

#africanlion #lion #lioncub #cubs #denverzooconservationalliance #babyanimal

Thank you, Denver! 💚

We’re so grateful for your support of the Vibrant Denver Bond! Your “yes” vote helps us continue vital improvements that keep our animals, guests, and staff safe and thriving.

From all of us at DZCA, thank you for believing in our Zoo, our city, and our vibrant community.

@vibrantdenver #VibrantDenver #DenverZooConservationAlliance #SavingWildlifeTogether

Photo Credit: Volunteer Photographer Amy Johnson

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Thank you, Denver! 💚

We’re so grateful for your support of the Vibrant Denver Bond! Your “yes” vote helps us continue vital improvements that keep our animals, guests, and staff safe and thriving.

From all of us at DZCA, thank you for believing in our Zoo, our city, and our vibrant community.

@vibrantdenver #VibrantDenver #DenverZooConservationAlliance #SavingWildlifeTogether

Photo Credit: Volunteer Photographer Amy Johnson

We’re celebrating two special birthdays in Toyota Elephant Passage this week! 🥳

🐘 Jake the Asian elephant turned 16!
Our big guy hit a milestone birthday and celebrated “sweet sixteen”! 🚗💨 Jake enjoyed some car themed enrichment to mark his big day.

🦏 Tensing the greater one-horned rhino turned 18!
Tensing is officially an adult in human years! 🎃 She had a smashing good time enjoying her pumpkin enrichment.

A huge thank you to the amazing Animal Care team for capturing these moments:
📸 Barb J., Caitlin J. and Adele T.

#Elephant #Rhino #ToyotaElephantPassage #DenverZooConservationAlliance #Enrichment #SavingWildlifeTogether

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