Say Goodbye to Two Departing Gorillas Before They Leave – Denver Zoo female Western lowland gorillas JoRayK and Jabali (pictured, right) soon will join a lone male gorilla named Husani at Hogle Zoo in Utah. Zookeepers hope the move will in turn encourage Jim, Denver Zoo’s 23-year-old silverback to breed with Angel, a 23-year-old female of his troop. The two are matched under recommendation of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP) which ensures healthy populations and genetic diversity among zoo animals. “Although we will miss them both, this is what’s best for the gorillas in our zoos as well as those in the wild. We are looking out for the best interest of this critically endangered species,” says Curator of Primates BJ Schoelberl. Come check out the gorillas before they prepare to leave for Utah in mid-August.

Catwalks Added to Elephant Building in Asian Tropics – Catwalks have been installed at the 20,000-square-foot Clayton F. Freiheit Elephant Building, the largest facility in Denver Zoo’s Asian Tropics exhibit currently under construction. Catwalks will allow keepers more training opportunities with the elephants, while improving the animals' health and welfare. Crews also poured concrete in the elephant house parlor, an indoor communal area for elephants with viewing opportunities for guests. Learn more.

Outlaws to Host Denver Zoo Day on July 30 – The Denver Outlaws are hosting Denver Zoo Day July 30 at Invesco Field at Mile High. Discounted tickets are available for $20 and $25. The latter ticket includes a hot dog and drink ticket; both tickets include the 7 p.m. professional lacrosse game against the Boston Cannons and free admission to the zoo through December 31. A portion of each ticket will help support Asian Tropics, Denver Zoo’s new 10-acre exhibit scheduled to open in 2012. Purchase tickets.

Don’t Miss Singles Safari on July 29 – Join the Singles Safari fun from 7-10 p.m. on Friday, July 29 at Denver Zoo. Denver’s biggest singles event includes beer, wine, appetizers and a sizzling night at the zoo where singles can mingle! Don’t miss out on the fun; buy your tickets now! Learn more.

Be Colorado Proud at Date Night on July 31 – If you’re someone who loves to eat locally-grown products, Date Night: Colorado Proud on Sunday, July 31 is an event for you. Featuring Colorado food and wines, this is one of two remaining Date Nights at Denver Zoo! Experience Colorado’s best and spend the evening at Denver Zoo with a loved one, all for just $40 per person. Learn more.