Zoo Miami

Zoo Miami One of the biggest, one of the most unique and, definitely, one of the best zoos in the world.

Zoo Miami (also known as The Miami-Dade Zoological Park and Gardens) is the largest and oldest zoological garden in Florida, and the only tropical zoo in the continental United States. The unique climate in South Florida allows us to keep a wide variety of animals from Asia, Australia and Africa, representing a broad mix of species that is unlike any other zoo in the country. Our animals are group

ed according to their geographic territories, with species that live together peacefully in the wild placed in exhibits together here at the zoo. Our trees, foliage and even our soil are matched as closely as possible to the native habitats of our animals.

11/29/2025

Zoo Miami is proud to be one of the founding program partners of Jaguar SAFE, dedicating support to protect this incredible species. Through our contributions, Jaguar SAFE and the Belize Audubon Society have been able to fund rangers who patrol and safeguard the Cockscomb Wildlife Sanctuary, clear access routes for researchers working in remote areas, and provide essential tools—like ATVs—to help staff reach deep into the reserve.

These efforts also extend to community education programs that empower local residents with knowledge about jaguars, why they matter, and how protecting them supports the health of entire ecosystems. The long-term goal: creating a connected “jaguar corridor” that links populations across Central America, giving these elusive cats the space they need to survive and thrive.

Jaguars are currently listed as Near Threatened, with habitat loss and human-wildlife conflict posing major challenges to their future. By supporting conservation initiatives like Jaguar SAFE, and by visiting Zoo Miami, you’re helping raise awareness for one of the most iconic and powerful big cats in the Americas. 🧡

No need for Black Friday madness! Skip the lines and take advantage of our deals from home! 💙🎟️ Enjoy 50% general Zoo ...
11/28/2025

No need for Black Friday madness! Skip the lines and take advantage of our deals from home! 💙

🎟️ Enjoy 50% general Zoo Miami admission when you purchase tickets online. (sale starts and ends on November 28th, 2025). https://shop.zoomiami.org/mainstore?vid=0
🦓 Zoo Miami Memberships are on sale for 30% off with code ZMBF25! (sale ends on December 1st, 2025). https://shop.zoomiami.org/mainstore?vid=1
🐢 For a limited time, our animal experiences will be 20% off on Cyber Monday ONLY (sale starts and ends on December 1st, 2025). https://www.zoomiami.org/upgradesandactivities =1691
🎉 Feast with the Beasts returns on March 6th, 2026 and now’s your chance to snag GA tickets at a special price of $125 per person (sale ends on December 1st, 2025). fwtb.org

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Zoo Miami! 🦃

Ever wondered what our keepers would put on a Thanksgiving plate for the animals they care for? 🍽️ From leafy greens to crunchy treats, our amazing team shares the ultimate Thanksgiving feast for our Andean Bear, Mongoose Lemurs, and Sumatran Tigers! Wishing you and your family a day full of love, gratitude, and a little holiday magic. 💛

Zoo Miami will have shortened hours tomorrow to celebrate Thanksgiving. 🥧 Come visit us before the festivities begin fro...
11/26/2025

Zoo Miami will have shortened hours tomorrow to celebrate Thanksgiving. 🥧 Come visit us before the festivities begin from 10 AM - 3 PM. The last tickets will be sold at 2 PM.

You just boarded your flight for holiday travel and you have to choose your seat. Which one are you picking?
11/25/2025

You just boarded your flight for holiday travel and you have to choose your seat. Which one are you picking?

Nothing beats seeing the magic of Zoo Lights this holiday season! Our opening ceremony last weekend was a smash and we c...
11/25/2025

Nothing beats seeing the magic of Zoo Lights this holiday season! Our opening ceremony last weekend was a smash and we can’t wait to see you all again this weekend. 💫 Don’t miss out on over a million dazzling lights, activities for the kids, and our animal presentation Jingle Paws & Santa Claws. Zoo Lights sponsored by Florida Power & Light will run on select dates throughout November and December. See below:
Nov. 28th & 29th
Dec. 5th, 6th, 12th, 13th, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 26th, 27th, 28th, 29th, & 30th

Grab your tickets now at https://bit.ly/3JJ12QK.

11/24/2025

In September, our Giant Eland Emmy Lou sadly passed away, leaving behind a calf that was born on September 8th. Our team at the Okapi Barn knew that it would take strategy, patience, and lots of love to ensure Emmy Lou’s newest child, Fancy, would continue to grow strong and healthy. A huge thank you to Katelin, our hoofstock keeper, who made this video to show you just how much care and dedication go into working with Fancy and keeping her happy & healthy! ⭐

This was a brand new achievement for our team here at Zoo Miami, as Fancy is the first-ever hand reared baby Giant Eland we have cared for! 🍼 By stimulating her mom’s natural feeding position and sensations, our team has been able to provide Fancy with a new but familiar feeding experience. 💛 We’re so excited to continue caring for her and making momma Emmy Lou proud.

11/23/2025

A little BTS of all the labor, care, and planning it took to get our new boys, Azizi and Jasiri, from Phoenix to Miami earlier this month! 🦁 They’ve been acclimating well since their soft opening and we’re eager to watch them grow, play, and learn to make Miami their new home 💛.

📹 German Ramirez - Zoo Miami

11/22/2025

Get up close with nature! 🦒✨ Feeding our gentle giraffes is one of the most unforgettable ways to connect with wildlife and make family memories that last a lifetime when you visit .

IT’S TIIIIIIIIIME! Join us this evening for a magical holiday kickoff to Zoo Lights sponsored by Florida Power & Light! ...
11/21/2025

IT’S TIIIIIIIIIME! Join us this evening for a magical holiday kickoff to Zoo Lights sponsored by Florida Power & Light! At 7:00 p.m., we’ll light up our towering holiday tree and turn the zoo into a twinkling winter wonderland. 🎄✨ Enjoy the magic of the season with carolers, character meet & greets, appearances by Santa, and our original animal presentation, Jingle Paws & Santa Claws!

🎟️ Tickets are going fast, so grab yours now by visiting www.zoomiami.org/zoo-lights-2025.
See you under the lights! 💫

11/20/2025

🚨 Today’s the day! 🚨 It’s Give Miami Day, and you can be part of something BIG for Zoo Miami Foundation. Every donation helps fuel vital programs, immersive learning experiences, ground-breaking conservation, and enhanced animal care.

🐾 You can make a difference right now:
1. Visit https://www.givemiamiday.org/organization/zoomiami and donate.
2. Share this post or tag a friend to help us reach more hearts and hands!

When we come together today, we don’t just give — we ignite hope, protect species, and strengthen a future where wildlife thrives.

Why visit once when you can visit all year long? 🐾 Become a Zoo Miami Member and enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive disco...
11/19/2025

Why visit once when you can visit all year long? 🐾 Become a Zoo Miami Member and enjoy unlimited visits, exclusive discounts, and perks that go beyond admission! From November 21st – December 1st, enjoy 30% OFF memberships with promo code ZMBF25. ⭐

✨ Member benefits include:
• Unlimited admission for a full year
• Discounts on food, gifts, and rentals
• $4 off guest tickets
• Savings on Zoo Camp, Wild Nights & more
• Free or discounted entry to 140+ zoos and aquariums nationwide

Become part of our Zoo Miami family and unlock a year of adventure, learning, and unforgettable memories. 💚 Visit https://bit.ly/4nV1862 now!

11/19/2025

It’s ! Today we’re shining a light on the incredible work of Dr. Arnaud Desbiez and his team in Brazil, who are helping protect giant anteaters from the dangers of busy highways. Through Projeto Bandeiras e Rodovias, or the Anteaters and Highways Project, they’re studying anteater movements using special tracking harnesses to understand where these amazing animals are most at risk — and how to make roads safer for both wildlife and drivers.

Zoo Miami is proud to be a longtime partner and supporter of Projeto Bandeiras e Rodovias - Anteaters and Highways Project. Our anteater keepers even had the honor of naming two wild anteaters, Tika and Guilhermo, who were released back into their natural habitat with their new trackers.

Each anteater tells a story — and thanks to this important work, we’re learning how to better protect them in the wild. 🌿

11/18/2025

The Grinch tried to steal the holiday sparkle, but Santa flipped the switch back on and now the lights are ready to shine brighter than ever!💡

Get ready for the magic of Zoo Lights sponsored by Florida Power & Light, starting Friday, November 21st at 7PM. More than 1 million dazzling lights, a 26-foot-tall LED tree, live yuletide carolers and a glowing wonderland of animal-themed holiday fun 🎄!

Don’t let the Grinch steal your night. Grab your early-bird tickets now at https://bit.ly/43vPBTj. Sale ends November 20th.

New lions bring royalty back to Zoo Miami! 🦁After a brief absence following the passing of our beloved elderly lions, Ja...
11/18/2025

New lions bring royalty back to Zoo Miami! 🦁
After a brief absence following the passing of our beloved elderly lions, Jabari and Kwame, Zoo Miami is proud to welcome lions back to the zoo! Two young male lions, Azizi and Jasiri, arrived on November 6th from the Phoenix Zoo in Arizona and have completed their initial quarantine period. Born on June 3rd, 2024, these brothers are a little over a year old and are still in the early stages of developing the majestic manes that will eventually define them as they mature into the future “Kings of the Beasts.” Male lions can grow to nearly 400 pounds and are known as the most powerful predators on the African continent.

Today, Azizi and Jasiri were introduced to their new exhibit for the first time. With cautious steps, the brothers ventured into their habitat, exploring the space together. They stayed close to each other, including the trees and the enrichment items carefully placed by our staff to engage them mentally and physically. The brothers made their way to the top of a large rock formation, affectionately named, “Pride Rock,” by our staff in homage to Disney’s “The Lion King.”

To enrich their experience, animal science staff provided Azizi and Jasiri with large bones, which they eagerly chewed on for several minutes before returning to their holding area to continue their feast and enjoy a well-deserved “catnap.”

Over the next few weeks, the lions will have periodic access to their exhibit as part of a “soft opening,” allowing them to gradually acclimate to their new surroundings. During this time, they may or may not be visible to the public. As the brothers grow more comfortable, they will begin to spend more time in the habitat, eventually becoming a regular part of the zoo’s daily routine. Azizi and Jasiri represent the foundation of a long-term plan to once again establish a pride at Zoo Miami.

Our goal is to bring in female lions in the future, contributing to the conservation and management of this magnificent species through the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) Species Survival Plan (SSP). In addition to supporting this important program, Zoo Miami has made significant contributions to lion conservation efforts in the wild, donating thousands of dollars through its conservation fund to protect lions across Africa.

📷 Ron Magill - Zoo Miami

Let your imagination thrive this weekend at the Miami Book Fair! 📚 Our Learning Experiences team will be at the Children...
11/17/2025

Let your imagination thrive this weekend at the Miami Book Fair! 📚 Our Learning Experiences team will be at the Children’s Alley educating readers of all ages about conservation, wildlife, and animal care. Join us for activities, stories, and a one-of-a-kind celebration of literature.

🗓️ November 21st–23rd, 2025
📍 Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus

For more information, visit miamibookfair.com.
Miami Dade College

The most magical time of the year is almost here! ✨ Zoo Lights, sponsored by Florida Power & Light, kicks off this Frida...
11/16/2025

The most magical time of the year is almost here! ✨ Zoo Lights, sponsored by Florida Power & Light, kicks off this Friday, November 21st, and we’re bringing BIG festive vibes every weekend. 🎄 Swipe to check out our November themes and get ready to show up and show out! Which one are you most excited for?

🎟️ Grab your tickets now at https://www.zoomiami.org/zoo-lights-2025.

11/16/2025

Relationships are all about balance 🙂‍↕️

11/15/2025

Just let the wind take you (to of course)

Give Miami Day is almost here! Early giving opens today, and your support can make a wild difference. When you donate to...
11/15/2025

Give Miami Day is almost here! Early giving opens today, and your support can make a wild difference. When you donate to Zoo Miami Foundation, you’re helping us care for endangered species, protect wildlife habitats, and support vital conservation and education programs that inspire the next generation of animal lovers. 💚

👉 Visit https://www.givemiamiday.org/organization/zoomiami to make your early gift today and help us create a future where wildlife thrives. 🌎💫

“Britney”, the American crocodile rescued in the Florida Keys after sustaining severe injuries from a fishing spear woun...
11/14/2025

“Britney”, the American crocodile rescued in the Florida Keys after sustaining severe injuries from a fishing spear wound and a bullet shot to her left eye—an injury that left her permanently blind on that side – continues to receive intensive medical care from the Zoo Miami veterinary team. As part of her ongoing treatment today, Dr. Gwen Myers performed acupuncture to support her recovery, and Dr. Megan Freeman completed a partial surgical closure of her wound.

She has been cared for throughout this process by the animal care team led by Mike Malden, with support from Ryan Martinez and Ashley Lawrence, and today’s procedures were further assisted by Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) Crocodile Specialist Dan Navarro. The staff have been working with exceptional dedication, monitoring her closely and providing comprehensive, round-the-clock care to ensure she has every opportunity to recover fully.

Although her progress is encouraging, the depth and severity of her injuries mean that healing will still take time. Once her wound has adequately healed and she is medically cleared, the plan is to release her back into the wild.

American crocodiles are a federally protected and critically endangered species, making her successful recovery especially significant.

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Ron Magill Wildlife 🐾! Join us on Saturday, November 15th at 2 PM at Critter Connectio...
11/14/2025

Take a Walk on the Wild Side with Ron Magill Wildlife 🐾! Join us on Saturday, November 15th at 2 PM at Critter Connection for an unforgettable afternoon of live animal encounters, breathtaking photography, and inspiring stories. ✨ This special experience is included with your zoo admission!

📅 Upcoming dates: December 20th

11/13/2025

Meet Mytasia—one of our amazing team members who helps bring our interactive programs to life. From up-close animal encounters to hands-on learning experiences, she’s helping inspire a love for wildlife every single day. 🦒🌿💚

11/13/2025

Meet Nicole and some of our incredible Zoo Miami educator team! 🦒🌿 From school field trips to hands-on wildlife programs, our educators help connect guests of all ages to nature and conservation.

Learn more about the programs that make every visit to Zoo Miami a chance to explore, discover, and care for the world we share. 🌎💚

Yesterday, Zoo Miami’s flock of thirty-four Caribbean flamingos were rounded up on their habitat so that they could each...
11/12/2025

Yesterday, Zoo Miami’s flock of thirty-four Caribbean flamingos were rounded up on their habitat so that they could each receive their annual wellness exams. 🦩

The Animal Health team set up a mobile clinic alongside a specially constructed corral area adjacent to the habitat. Each flamingo was brought in to be checked by Zoo Miami Associate veterinarians Dr. Nicholas Buscaglia, Dr. Marisa Bezjian, Dr. Gaby Flacke, and Dr. Megan Freeman, with assistance from the Animal Science and Animal Health teams. 🩺

Examinations included getting individual weights, collecting blood samples, and checking the overall body condition with special attention to the feet which can be susceptible to certain issues. In addition, each flamingo was vaccinated against West Nile virus. Some also received radiographs and ultrasound examinations.

Other than some minor eye issues commonly associated with advanced age and some foot issues that will be carefully monitored and treated as indicated, all the flamingos appeared to be in good condition and were successfully returned to the habitat following the procedure.


These exams are part of an important preventative medicine program designed to identify any potential health issues within the zoo’s population. Because they are wild animals, they oftentimes will disguise any symptoms of disease or illness until the progression is advanced. By being able to identify any potential issues during early stages through preventative exams, lives can and have been saved.

📷 Ron Magill

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