Cheyenne Mountain Zoo

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Have a WILD adventure at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo! Advance e-tickets required | cmzoo.org Visit 365 days a year for family fun at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
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Colorado Springs is home to America’s mountain Zoo, voted #3 Best Zoo in North America by USA TODAY's 10Best Readers' Choice Awards in 2022. Located at 6,714+ feet above sea level, Cheyenne Mountain Zoo offers breathtaking views of the city and natural mountainside. Go at , thanks to the unique design of the Zoo’s animal habitats. Our staff is committed to helping guests f

orm personal connections with our animals that inspire them to protect wildlife and wild places. Hand-feed one of the largest reticulated giraffe herds in the world, watch grizzlies swim with trout, hop next to red-necked wallabies, waddle alongside African penguins, and get hands on with some of the Zoo’s smaller residents in The Loft. Advance e-tickets are required. Please reserve your tickets at cmzoo.org/visit. Every visit to CMZoo is conservation in action. Our guests have raised more than $4 million dollars for frontline conservation partners around the world, through our Quarters for Conservation program, established in 2008. 75¢ from every admission goes to Quarters for Conservation.

It's a GIRL and she needs a name! Vote for your favorite name option for Aysan's baby in the comments by 11:59 p.m. MT o...
02/07/2025

It's a GIRL and she needs a name! Vote for your favorite name option for Aysan's baby in the comments by 11:59 p.m. MT on Sun., Feb. 9. We’ll announce baby sloth's winning name on Mon., Feb. 10.

Our options follow a theme: green!
Sloths love green. It's the color of their favorite leafy foods, their native rainforests, and the color of the algae that grows on their fur in the wild. Plus, it's a nod to her half big sister, Bean, who's named after green beans. Vote by commenting your favorite name below!
— Olive
— Emerald
— Jade
— Forrest

Passionate about animal conservation? Use this guide for your valentine shopping! These products are produced by compani...
02/06/2025

Passionate about animal conservation? Use this guide for your valentine shopping! These products are produced by companies that are members of the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO) and are committed to making a difference for wild orangutans and other endangered species by using certified sustainable palm oil.

Palm oil is an edible oil that can be found in about half of the products consumers purchase. Because of high demand, unsustainable palm oil production has resulted in deforestation across Southeast Asia, and other tropical areas, which means endangered and critically endangered species like orangutans, tigers and elephants are losing their homes.

When produced sustainably, palm oil is the most productive edible oil available. Oil palms – the trees that palm oil comes from – produce four to ten times more oil than alternatives like soy, olive, canola and coconut. Switching to these alternatives would cause even more deforestation and negative environmental impacts.

If worldwide consumers show a preference for companies that source only certified sustainable palm oil, we can create a demand that other companies can’t ignore. When more companies realize their potential customers will not stand for the use of unsustainable palm oil, we can prevent more deforestation and help endangered animals recover in the wild.

Want to find even more products? Use PalmOil Scan, an app that allows you to scan products as you shop so you know exactly how a company is rated on their use of palm oil. From "No Commitment" up to "Excellent", let this app help guide your purchasing power! This app was developed under the World Association of Zoos & Aquariums (WAZA) and regionally managed by Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. To download, visit cmzoo.org/palm oil or search "palm oil" in your app store and look for the green orangutan logo.

If you guessed Newton, one of the North American river otters, for , you were right! Yesterday, Newton and his brother ...
02/06/2025

If you guessed Newton, one of the North American river otters, for , you were right! Yesterday, Newton and his brother Darwin turned 4 years old! The otters are extremely eager to train, communicating their excitement through a series of chattering squeaks, chuffy huffs and intensely focused stares.

It's time for ! Who at is shown in this zoomed in photo? Leave your best guess in the comments and check back tomorro...
02/05/2025

It's time for ! Who at is shown in this zoomed in photo? Leave your best guess in the comments and check back tomorrow to see if your guess was correct!

Stop! Jabba Time.Jabba, our White’s tree frog in The Treehouse, is at least 17 years old! Despite the name, White’s tree...
02/04/2025

Stop!
Jabba Time.

Jabba, our White’s tree frog in The Treehouse, is at least 17 years old! Despite the name, White’s tree frogs aren’t actually white, they’re light green or brown. They’re named after John White, the naturalist who first described them in 1790. Jabba has been living at CMZoo since 2007.

Pup-grade your visit with Dog Days at the Zoo and check out these new dates! Future dates and deTAILS are available at c...
02/04/2025

Pup-grade your visit with Dog Days at the Zoo and check out these new dates! Future dates and deTAILS are available at cmzoo.org/dogdays.

Fri., Feb. 14
Tues., Feb. 25
Fri., March 14
Fri., March 21
Fri., Apr. 11
Fri., Apr. 25

Have you attended one of our Dog Days? Share your photos in the comments for a chance to be featured!

Purchase a dog ticket along with your family’s human tickets, and Fido can experience many of the sights, sounds and smells that make the Zoo so special (minus some restricted areas). Dog tickets are limited and typically sell out in advance. Pro tip: choose your dog's ticket time first, then get human tickets to match! Learn more and get Dog Days tickets here: www.cmzoo.org/DogDays.

This opportunity open to well-behaved dogs. Each dog must be connected by its leash to a designated adult. Dogs must remain under their designated human’s control and not behave in an aggressive or disruptive manner. Excessive agitation of Zoo animals, guests or visiting dogs because of barking or other behavior may result in the party being asked to leave the Zoo without a refund.

If giraffe, elephants or rhinos are inside, dogs will not be able to visit them. These species typically stay inside during inclement weather or temperatures below 40 degrees, and their buildings are not open to dogs.

Register by Sun., Feb. 16 to get the lowest price of the year for Run to the Shrine 2025 registration! Get all the detai...
02/03/2025

Register by Sun., Feb. 16 to get the lowest price of the year for Run to the Shrine 2025 registration! Get all the details and register now at cmzoo.org/run.

Join us on Sat., May 17 or Sun., May 18 from 5 to 8 p.m. for our annual fun-run (or fun-walk!). Run to the Shrine features a 4-mile course that curves through the Zoo, up to Will Rogers Shrine of the Sun and back down into the Zoo. It's the only time of the year that foot traffic is allowed on picturesque Shrine Road!

You'll have a breathtaking experience as you journey through the Zoo and ascend nearly 1,000 feet, enjoying stunning views of Colorado Springs, Garden of the Gods, Pikes Peak and the city below. Participants also get a commemorative Run to the Shrine T-shirt and admission to the Zoo until the event ends at 8 p.m.

Thanks to our Run to the Shrine partners, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Drive Toyota, Raising Cane's and Scheels for their support! CMZoo is one of very few AZA-accredited zoos that does not receive tax support, so events like this help keep the Zoo 'running!'

In 2023, Zoo members voted to fund GPS trackers that U.S. Fish & Wildlife and the USDA Forest Service are using to study...
02/03/2025

In 2023, Zoo members voted to fund GPS trackers that U.S. Fish & Wildlife and the USDA Forest Service are using to study Mexican spotted owls in New Mexico and Arizona.

They hope to learn what sort of habitat features Mexican spotted owls are using to nest, and what they are avoiding. The data collected will help them determine how best to protect the species and their habitat.

This is the first study to use GPS tags on Mexican spotted owls. The improved technology allows conservationists to collect high quality data – tracking owls’ locations every hour throughout the night for multiple months through the breeding season.

Read the whole article: https://www.cmzoo.org/news/archive/cmzoo-member-conservation-vote-funds-first-gps-field-study-of-mexican-spotted-owls/

Photo credit: Ceeanna Zulla, USDA Forest Service

The highly competitive CMZoo Summer Teen Program application period is open! The three-month program takes a unique appr...
02/02/2025

The highly competitive CMZoo Summer Teen Program application period is open! The three-month program takes a unique approach to fostering nature stewardship and inspiring young people to take part in protecting the wild world. Soon, it will welcome new and returning participants for summer 2025.

Applications for the program for sixth through 12th graders open now at cmzoo.org/teenprograms. Applications will only be accepted for 10 days, so nature-loving teenagers should start considering the program now.

Read more: https://www.cmzoo.org/news/archive/inspiring-and-empowering-future-conservationists-applications-for-cmzoos-wildly-popular-teen-program-open-february-1/

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!Tomorrow, Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children...
02/01/2025

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!

Tomorrow, Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado will provide a FREE Kids’ Fun Pass for every advance child daytime admission purchased for that day. The Kids’ Fun Pass includes one FREE giraffe feeding, budgie feeding, chicken feeding, goat feeding and carousel ride!

Just mention “Free Kids’ Fun Pass” when you present your daytime tickets at admissions. Each child ages 3 to 11 will receive the fun pass for the day. Advance tickets are required. Get your daytime admission at cmzoo.org.

The Kids' Fun Pass is valid for redemption on Sun., Feb. 2 only. Any unused experiences on the card will expire at the end of that day. Feeding experiences are weather dependent.

Meet 5-year-old snow leopard, Valens [VAL-inz]!With his big fluffy paws, mesmerizing tail and cautious-yet-inquisitive p...
02/01/2025

Meet 5-year-old snow leopard, Valens [VAL-inz]!

With his big fluffy paws, mesmerizing tail and cautious-yet-inquisitive personality, Valens is living up to his species’ nickname: Ghost Cat. Snow leopards are known for their elusive and stealthy nature, and Valens embodies those traits with a cautious approach to his new surroundings.

“When he’s unsure, he does this adorable hiding behavior that we call his ‘elusive snow leopard mode,’” Basia Dann, lead animal keeper in Asian Highlands, says. “He moves really slowly and stays close to the ground, but his ears stay forward, which means he’s curious and not afraid. You can see he’s carefully assessing everything around him so meticulously.”

Read more here: https://www.cmzoo.org/news/archive/you-are-seeing-spots-cmzoo-welcomes-a-5-year-old-male-snow-leopard-to-asian-highlands/

Drop a 🐧 to wish Rudo a happy 7th hatchday!
01/31/2025

Drop a 🐧 to wish Rudo a happy 7th hatchday!

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!On Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children’s Hosp...
01/30/2025

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!

On Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado will provide a FREE Kids’ Fun Pass for every advance child daytime admission purchased for that day. The Kids’ Fun Pass includes one FREE giraffe feeding, budgie feeding, chicken feeding, goat feeding and carousel ride!

Just mention “Free Kids’ Fun Pass” when you present your daytime tickets at admissions. Each child ages 3 to 11 will receive the fun pass for the day. Advance tickets are required. Get your daytime admission at cmzoo.org.

The Kids' Fun Pass is valid for redemption on Sun., Feb. 2 only. Any unused experiences on the card will expire at the end of that day. Feeding experiences are weather dependent.

NEW SPECIES ALERT — flying turtle!Okay, Luksi is not flying and she's not new to the Zoo. She's swimming and she's lived...
01/29/2025

NEW SPECIES ALERT — flying turtle!

Okay, Luksi is not flying and she's not new to the Zoo. She's swimming and she's lived here for six years. But, now that we have your attention, here are some things you should know about her and her species.

— Luksi is 25 years old. Stats vary, but reputable sources report Pearl River map turtles' average lifespan to be 15-20 years.
— She weighs about 3.5 pounds.
— Pearl River map turtles are native to Mississippi and Louisiana.
— In 2024, Pearl River map turtles were listed as 'threatened' under the Endangered Species Act. The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service works to protect these turtles, sharing several ways to help support conservation efforts for Pearl River map turtles:
-Support wildlife agencies and conservation organizations in their efforts to conserve this species and learn more about their conservation needs.
-Limit off road vehicle use and disturbance on sand and gravel bars during the nesting season (early May to late July).
-Don’t collect or buy turtles that have been collected from the wild. If you suspect illegal collection or distribution of map turtles, report it to the authorities.
-Use pesticides responsibly to prevent runoff into aquatic habitats.
-Plant trees and other native vegetation to prevent erosion and sediment runoff.

Boop! Atka is still rocking this season's set of antlers. This is his fourth set, and while male moose typically shed th...
01/29/2025

Boop! Atka is still rocking this season's set of antlers. This is his fourth set, and while male moose typically shed their antlers in winter, it's not uncommon for younger males like Atka to hold onto them a little longer. Last year, Atka shed his antlers at the end of February, and the year before, it was in March! When do you think he’ll shed his antlers this season?

Happy National Plan for Vacation Day! Don’t forget to add a visit to CMZoo to your travel plans this year! Here are just...
01/28/2025

Happy National Plan for Vacation Day! Don’t forget to add a visit to CMZoo to your travel plans this year! Here are just a few of the many things you can enjoy during your visit:

🦒 Feed the giraffe herd ($3 per lettuce bundle or $5 for two).
⛰️ Enjoy spectacular views from the mountain.
🦛 Watch animal demonstrations (included with your ticket; schedule at cmzoo.org/visit).
🎠 Ride our Sky Ride, carousel and slides.
🐻 Learn about amazing animal species, including African lions, hippos, wolves, mountain lions, grizzly bears, skunks, sloths, gorillas, river otters, moose, tiger, red panda, orangutans, wallabies, leopards and more!
🍃 Discover local and global conservation efforts, including our Quarters for Conservation programs.
🍔 Grab some grub at one of our many restaurants and enjoy a drink at the coffee shop.
⭐ And more!

Advance tickets are required and can be purchased at cmzoo.org. Holidays and nice weekends often sell out, so be sure to get your tickets at least a few days in advance.Tickets are released a few months beforehand. Ex. May tickets are released on Feb. 15.

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!On Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children’s Hosp...
01/27/2025

Don't miss out on this special deal just for our social media community!

On Sun., Feb. 2, our partners at Children’s Hospital Colorado will provide a FREE Kids’ Fun Pass for every advance child daytime admission purchased for that day. The Kids’ Fun Pass includes one FREE giraffe feeding, budgie feeding, chicken feeding, goat feeding and carousel ride!

Just mention “Free Kids’ Fun Pass” when you present your daytime tickets at admissions. Each child ages 3 to 11 will receive the fun pass for the day. Advance tickets are required. Get your daytime admission at cmzoo.org.

The Kids' Fun Pass is valid for redemption on Sun., Feb. 2 only. Any unused experiences on the card will expire at the end of that day. Feeding experiences are weather dependent.

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY, BEEZ! Drop a 🐝 to wish Beezler a happy 32nd birthday! To celebrate, keepers treated her to some of her favorites, including strawberries, whipped cream, popcorn, and a bear chow cake. Beezler is the oldest living Asiatic black bear in human care in the U.S., surpassing the AZA's median life expectancy for Asiatic black bears in human care by three years. In human years, she's in her 90s! Beezler takes supplements for arthritis, and her keepers help her maintain mobility with various movements. To encourage physical activity, they strategically place enriching items that promote digging, bending, and stretching. Gracefully slowing down, Beezler is embracing her golden years while keeping her wiggly nose, shaggy mane, oversized ears and gentle nature - traits that have won countless hearts over the years!

Our baby sloth is now visible to guests! Aysan and her baby are getting comfy in Scutes Family Gallery, settling into the atrium with plenty of naps, explorations and snacks. Aysan chooses where she and the baby go, and sometimes that makes them hard to see. On your next visit, you could spot them napping high in the trees or having a meal at the lower ropes. Aysan and her baby seem strong, confident and bonded. While the baby is nursing, it's also curious about trying solid foods. We do not yet have a plan for naming the baby, nor have we identified its sex. Stay tuned to our social channels for updates, and stop by on your next visit to see how this dynamic duo is doing!

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