Happy 14th birthday, Shila! You are more majestic than ever.

Show the world what PNW biodiversity looks like! Grab your smartphone, the bit.ly/3mrHMvE app, and join this year's #CityNatureChallenge ! Great for all ages—get going at bit.ly/3zPiNW9. Join this community science bioblitz by taking nature photos April 26- 29!

Last year, you set our region's all-time record for observations and participants during the #CityNatureChallenge —let's see what we can do this time! Community scientists, show your appreciation for nature in your neighborhood—the #bioblitz starts 4/26! bit.ly/3KYna5a

We have some very sad and difficult news to share. We will soon say goodbye to our beloved hippopotamus Water Lily, who has experienced declining health and quality of life following a cancer diagnosis last month. bit.ly/goodbyelily

Happy #EarthDay ! Looking up at the stars reminds us how lucky we are to call Earth our home. We know you celebrate the planet every day, but in case you need some extra inspiration: wildlife-friendly actions to compliment each zodiac sign. bit.ly/3J5iHhB #EarthDay 2024

It's the season for planting with #pollinators in mind! Our Pollinator Toolkit is buzzing with everything you need to provide local pollinators with food, shelter + water. From building a bee house and picking out the perfect plants to reducing pesticides: zoo.org/butterflygarden

Don't mind us, just checking in to make sure you are ready for the bioblitz!
The 2024 #CityNatureChallenge starts April 26! Get details: bit.ly/3KYna5a P.S. Check out supporting resources available in Chinese, Russian, Somali, Spanish, and Vietnamese.

Be inspired. #FridayMotivation youtu.be/s0bkuD5JFe4

Fun family idea! Live in the Seattle-Tacoma area? Take the City Nature Challenge with kids for Earth Month. Woodland Park Zoo CityNatureChallenge rentonwa.macaronikid.com/articles/6612e…

This dog is making a big difference for big cats. K9 Phiri has an important job, training to help Tiger Team patrollers track down poachers. And while this pooch has an incredible nose, it’s no easy job. youtube.com/watch?v=cNnZW8…

Follow us over on Instagram this week for a tiger conservation takeover! #SundayMotivation #tigers

In otter news, Max will now be handling all our social media. Hello from the otter side. Otter nonsense. Otter chaos. Otterly perfect. #April1

Big thanks to our Exhibits Team for an amazing refresh of the gorilla yard where Kwame & his family spend much of their time. Zuna & Kitoko heartily approve of the new structures in the exhibit that allow for enhanced shenanigans. See the team's hard work: blog.zoo.org/2024/03/refres…

Juniper has mastered the art of giving upside-down side-eye! Wanna catch up with her and her beary best bud, Fern? What are their favorite snacks? What have these girls been up to? Our latest Q & A with their animal care team will bring you up to speed! blog.zoo.org/2024/03/junipe…

Those springtime zoomies! Fern and Juniper are all about it.

The Easter Bunny knows wildlife-friendly candy tastes sweeter. When selecting treats for Easter, use your shopping habits to send a message that consumers support sustainable palm oil. Use this candy guide: zoo.org/palmoil