Zoo Miami

10/22/2025

It’s so our wombats are in charge of assessing everyone for a mandatory sniff check. Please stand in line and wait your turn 👃 are known to have a very keen sense of smell and are frequently sniffing for various purposes. They use their excellent sense of smell to find food, communicate with other wombats, and navigate their environment.

10/21/2025

🦎 A Texas-sized milestone for conservation!
This week, Zoo Miami staff joined our partners at San Antonio Zoo to release 28 Texas horned lizards—affectionately known as “horny toads”—back into their native habitat. Of the lizards released, five were born right here at Zoo Miami as part of our ongoing collaboration to restore this iconic species to the wild.

This incredible mission was made possible thanks to the support of the Zoo Miami Foundation and our amazing partners at Delta Airlines for helping our team get to Texas and back safely. 🧡

10/21/2025

Today, our veterinary team led by Dr. Gwen Myers performed a remarkable rescue surgery on an 8-foot female crocodile found with a spear lodged in her skull. Dr. Myers successfully removed the spear, and the animal is now stable and recovering. Sadly, X-rays also revealed a bullet in her head. A criminal investigation is now underway by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). 💚🐊

We’re grateful for the media coverage by WSVN 7, WPLG Local 10, and CBS 4 helping raise awareness about this tragic act and the importance of wildlife protection.

📷 German Ramirez of Zoo Miam

10/20/2025

10/20/2025

What. A. Night. 👻 The return of Zoo Miami’s Monster Masquerade presented by Glenhouse lit up the night with unlimited Bacardi cocktails, bites from 20+ restaurants, fire dancers, scare zones, animal encounters, and unforgettable performances! 🎶🔥🐅

Justina Valentine, Conceited, and Kirko Bangz brought the energy on stage — making this year’s Masquerade one for the books. 🙌 Big thanks to our amazing sponsors and to all the food and beverage providers, for making it all possible! 🖤🧡

📸 Relive the magic and see the full gallery at https://bit.ly/471Nrgw

10/20/2025

It’s always sweater weather for our Sloth Bear family! 🧣 With their shaggy black coats and the signature white “Y” on their chest, definitely know how to rock the cozy look. Native to the tropical forests of India, they’ve adapted well to Miami’s warm, humid climate.

Come say hi to our playful 2-year-old sisters, Sithara and Anika on your next visit! These girls love climbing, so you might see them high up in the trees. 🌳 Don’t forget to swing by the Blue Zone to see the rest of the family, including mom and dad.

10/19/2025

TONIGHT Monster Masquerade takes over Zoo Miami from 7–11 PM — and you do not want to miss it. 👻🎃

🎟️ Buy your tickets before it’s too late! Grab yours now at https://bit.ly/3HmCSKO.

ALL-INCLUSIVE | OPEN BARS BY BACARDI | FREE BITES & MORE!

🕖 Tonight, October 18 | 📍 Zoo Miami

10/18/2025

Listen closely… 👂 That’s the sound of an okapi enjoying pumpkin enrichment! With a tongue up to 18 inches long, these “forest giraffes” can even clean their own ears and eyelids! 👅

As an endangered species, okapi rely on global conservation efforts to help protect them in the wild. Events like ZooRun and programs supported by the Zoo Miami Wildlife Conservation Fund help raise awareness and funds for wildlife conservation.

Learn more and consider fundraising for ZooRun https://bit.ly/2la3Uet.

10/17/2025

Don’t miss the most thrilling night of the year at Zoo Miami! Tickets for our ALL INCLUSIVE Monster Masquerade are almost gone. 👻

🍹 Open bars by Bacardi
🍴 Free bites from 20+ restaurants
🎶 Power 96’s DJ Zog + Kaos live
🎤 Live performance by Bow Wow + surprise celebs
and more!

📅 Saturday, October 18 | ⏰ 7–11PM
📍 Zoo Miami
🎟️ Tickets will sell out—grab yours now at https://bit.ly/3HmCSKO

10/17/2025

The Zoo Miami Foundation, with support from the Ron Magill Conservation Endowment, is proud to provide a new Polaris Sportsman ATV to the Miami-Dade Parks Sea Turtle Conservation Program! 🐢🌊

This vehicle will play an important role in surveying sea turtle nests along Miami-Dade’s beaches, helping collect crucial data that aids in the protection of these incredible animals.

Today’s collaboration further demonstrates our shared commitment with to protect and preserve South Florida’s natural treasures. 💚

10/17/2025

The best views of our animals always come from you! Down below or nestled in nature, there’s always something new to discover at .

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