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Celebrate Colorado with DZCA

Join us July 25–August 3 to discover the animals and wild places that make our state so special. Enjoy fun animal talks, exciting demonstrations, local art, live music, tasty food and drinks.

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Summer at DZCA—NEW Summer Hours

Early summer hours start July 21–August 10: members at 8:30 a.m., guests at 9:00 a.m. Beat the heat and the crowds!

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We Need YOU to Help Us Beat the Heat!

Treat the animals of DZCA to summer fun and enrichment while keeping them comfortable during the hottest months.

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Flock Party Tickets On Sale Now

Good times. Great Cause. This all-inclusive and fashionable evening features food, beverages, animal experiences + more!

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News & Stories

Zoo Tales

July 14, 2025

Hope for Colorado’s Endangered Amphibian

Amphibian and aquatic species experts from DZCA and CPW team up to breed and release 300 Endangered boreal toadlets into the wild

Dreams Come True: A Penguin Encounter Decades in the Making

At 96, Doris Garcia fulfilled a lifelong dream of meeting penguins thanks to a heartfelt collaboration between DZCA and Compassionate Hospice Care

Sea Lions Make a Splash

After Months of Anticipation, Sea Lions Have returned to a New State-of-the-Industry Habitat at Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance

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

Please join us in welcoming Peanut to the pack! 🖤🐾

Last week, we were thrilled to welcome a seven-year-old female African wild dog named Peanut to our DZCA family! Peanut joined us all the way from Honolulu Zoo on a breeding recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums` Species Survival Plan.

African wild dogs, also known as African painted dogs, have a very complex social structure that requires carefully managed introductions and general care. Peanut was first introduced to her new mate and pack alpha, Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt, followed by David (Dave) Livingstone and then Nigel. Thanks to the skill and dedication of our Animal Care team, each introduction went smoothly, and Peanut is now a fully integrated member of the pack!

These dogs are Endangered according to the IUCN Red List, so we`re hopeful for potential puppies in the future to help bolster populations in human care. Be sure to visit DZCA to learn more about these incredible carnivores and to say hi to Peanut in person!

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Please join us in welcoming Peanut to the pack! 🖤🐾

Last week, we were thrilled to welcome a seven-year-old female African wild dog named Peanut to our DZCA family! Peanut joined us all the way from Honolulu Zoo on a breeding recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Species Survival Plan.

African wild dogs, also known as African painted dogs, have a very complex social structure that requires carefully managed introductions and general care. Peanut was first introduced to her new mate and pack alpha, Theodore (Teddy) Roosevelt, followed by David (Dave) Livingstone and then Nigel. Thanks to the skill and dedication of our Animal Care team, each introduction went smoothly, and Peanut is now a fully integrated member of the pack!

These dogs are Endangered according to the IUCN Red List, so we're hopeful for potential puppies in the future to help bolster populations in human care. Be sure to visit DZCA to learn more about these incredible carnivores and to say hi to Peanut in person!

Happy #SharkWeek from DZCA! 🦈

From now until July 25, get ready to dive into the deep with limited-time, shark-themed experiences that celebrate these fintastic animals!

🌊 Shark Dive - A Virtual Reality Experience: Take the plunge with tiger and hammerhead sharks in an immersive virtual reality journey at Gorilla Trek.

🦈 Shark Talk at Stingray Cove™: Join us daily at 2 p.m. to learn all about our resident bamboo and bonnethead sharks, and meet some friendly stingrays, too! We also have a limited supply of FREE rubber sharks available for guests.

🍧 Shark Splash Dippin’ Dots: Cool off with cotton candy Dippin’ Dots topped with gummy sharks, available at select locations.

It’s the most jaw-dropping week of the summer and you don’t want to miss it! Head to the link in our bio to plan your visit today!

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Happy #SharkWeek from DZCA! 🦈

From now until July 25, get ready to dive into the deep with limited-time, shark-themed experiences that celebrate these fintastic animals!

🌊 Shark Dive - A Virtual Reality Experience: Take the plunge with tiger and hammerhead sharks in an immersive virtual reality journey at Gorilla Trek.

🦈 Shark Talk at Stingray Cove™: Join us daily at 2 p.m. to learn all about our resident bamboo and bonnethead sharks, and meet some friendly stingrays, too! We also have a limited supply of FREE rubber sharks available for guests.

🍧 Shark Splash Dippin’ Dots: Cool off with cotton candy Dippin’ Dots topped with gummy sharks, available at select locations.

It’s the most jaw-dropping week of the summer and you don’t want to miss it! Head to the link in our bio to plan your visit today!

It`s feeding time! 🥬 🍎 🥩 Today for #NationalZookeeperWeek we`re focusing on vital aspects of animal care; nutrition and diets!

Every day, our Animal Care Specialists work closely with our expert Nutrition team to make sure every animal at DZCA gets exactly what they need to stay healthy and happy. From snakes that only eat once a week to elephants that graze up to 15 times a day, every diet is carefully planned, prepped, and delivered with care. Food also plays a key role in enrichment, training, and is a big part of how our Animal Care teams build trust with the animals who call DZCA home.

Thank you to the teams making every mealtime count! 💚

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It's feeding time! 🥬 🍎 🥩 Today for #NationalZookeeperWeek we're focusing on vital aspects of animal care; nutrition and diets!

Every day, our Animal Care Specialists work closely with our expert Nutrition team to make sure every animal at DZCA gets exactly what they need to stay healthy and happy. From snakes that only eat once a week to elephants that graze up to 15 times a day, every diet is carefully planned, prepped, and delivered with care. Food also plays a key role in enrichment, training, and is a big part of how our Animal Care teams build trust with the animals who call DZCA home.

Thank you to the teams making every mealtime count! 💚

🎉 Happy 19th belated birthday to Gunther! 🦍

This charismatic western lowland gorilla recently celebrated another year around the sun alongside his companion Kal in Primate Panorama. We’re so lucky to have him as part of our Denver Zoo Conservation Alliance family.

Be sure to stop by Primate Panorama and hang out on the new play structures next to Gunther and Kal and wish him a belated birthday on your next visit! 💚

#Gorilla #WesternLowlandGorilla #PrimatePanorama #DenverZooConservationAlliance #SavingWildlifeTogether

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