Sacramento Zoo

Sacramento Zoo www.saczoo.org The Zoo is wholly managed by the nonprofit Sacramento Zoological Society and inspires conservation awareness through education and recreation.

Open since 1927, the Sacramento Zoo is home to over 140 native, rare and endangered species and is one of over 200 accredited institutions of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

🌟 $10 Admission December 27th! 🌟Looking for a fun outing with family and friends after the holidays? The Sacramento Zoo ...
12/21/2024

🌟 $10 Admission December 27th! 🌟

Looking for a fun outing with family and friends after the holidays? The Sacramento Zoo invites you to a special $10 Community Day!

Whether you're hosting loved ones or just need a fun day out, this is the perfect way to unwind and connect with nature.

🎟️ Tickets are just $10 for December 27 only. Grab them online or at the gate—don’t miss out!

🎁✨ Help Us Spread Holiday Cheer! ✨🎁Since 2015, our retail team here at the Sacramento Zoo has hosted a toy drive benefit...
12/20/2024

🎁✨ Help Us Spread Holiday Cheer! ✨🎁

Since 2015, our retail team here at the Sacramento Zoo has hosted a toy drive benefitting the UC Davis Health Comprehensive Cancer Center to bring joy to kids battling cancer.

Since the start of this year's gifting season, we have collected more than 164 toys — but we’re not done yet! Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Zoo’s gift shop through December 23rd. Toys from any retailer or the Zoofari Market are welcome!

Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids who need it most. 💝 Together, we can make a difference!

🦩 This has been an incredible year of growth for our flamingo flock! Throwback to this summer, when we had nests with eg...
12/18/2024

🦩 This has been an incredible year of growth for our flamingo flock! Throwback to this summer, when we had nests with eggs and fuzzy white chicks taking their first steps around the habitat.

Flamingos grow fast, and those tiny chicks are now tall and thriving as part of the flock. It's been amazing watching them grow and become part of our vibrant flamingo family!

Come visit the Zoo and see how much they’ve grown!

Guinness, our American alligator, might be harder to spot this winter, and here’s why: alligators enter a state called b...
12/17/2024

Guinness, our American alligator, might be harder to spot this winter, and here’s why: alligators enter a state called brumation during the colder months! 🐊❄️

Unlike hibernation, brumation means Guinness slows down his activity and metabolism to conserve energy, often staying underwater. While he won’t eat much during this time, he can still pop out to bask in the sun on warmer days.

Stop by the Sacramento Zoo and see if you can spot him! Even in brumation, Guinness is a fascinating ambassador for his species.

Basu the red panda is the picture of charm! Did you know red pandas use their long, bushy tails for balance and as a coz...
12/14/2024

Basu the red panda is the picture of charm! Did you know red pandas use their long, bushy tails for balance and as a cozy wrap-around blanket in colder weather? 🐾🌿 Come visit the Sacramento Zoo and learn more about this incredible species.

Have you had the chance to meet Binti yet? 🦁 This gorgeous lioness recently arrived and is settling in beautifully! She ...
12/13/2024

Have you had the chance to meet Binti yet? 🦁 This gorgeous lioness recently arrived and is settling in beautifully! She loves lounging in her heated spot at the viewing windows—and honestly, we’re convinced she doesn’t have a bad angle. 😍

Come say hi to Binti and snap a photo during your next visit.

Walter the kangaroo is loving this cooler weather and snacking on some tasty browse! 🌿🦘
12/12/2024

Walter the kangaroo is loving this cooler weather and snacking on some tasty browse! 🌿🦘

We’re feeling the holiday cheer thanks to a generous donation of miniature Christmas trees for our animals! 🎁 Check out ...
12/11/2024

We’re feeling the holiday cheer thanks to a generous donation of miniature Christmas trees for our animals! 🎁

Check out J. Gregg using his tree as a festive scratching post and our thick-billed parrots enjoying theirs as the perfect holiday perch. These seasonal enrichments are a great way to keep our animals engaged and encourage natural behaviors.

Thank you, Vicky the Tree Elf, for helping us make the season bright for the Sacramento Zoo animals! 🐾❤️

Our ring-tailed lemurs are masters of the art of relaxation. 🧘‍♂️ These sun-loving primates often start their day with a...
12/10/2024

Our ring-tailed lemurs are masters of the art of relaxation. 🧘‍♂️ These sun-loving primates often start their day with a "sun salutation" pose—spreading their arms wide and soaking up the morning rays! It's not just adorable; it's a natural behavior that helps them warm up in cooler weather.

Come see these zen masters in action and maybe get inspired to start your own sun salutation routine!

Today, for International Day of Veterinary Medicine, we celebrate the incredible veterinary team who cares for our anima...
12/09/2024

Today, for International Day of Veterinary Medicine, we celebrate the incredible veterinary team who cares for our animals, big and small. At the Sacramento Zoo, our veterinary team works tirelessly to ensure the health and well-being of every animals in our care—from J Gregory the rhinoceros to the tiniest dart frogs. 🦏🐸

Thank you to our amazing vet staff for your compassion, expertise, and commitment to wildlife conservation. 🩺

Join us in showing some love to the heroes behind the scenes!

It looks like Sasha the jaguar is enjoying a relaxing weekend! 😌How are you spending yours? Cool weather, cozy vibes, an...
12/08/2024

It looks like Sasha the jaguar is enjoying a relaxing weekend! 😌

How are you spending yours? Cool weather, cozy vibes, and amazing animals—it's the perfect time for a relaxing stroll at the Sacramento Zoo!

✨ More than $10,000 raised on Giving Tuesday!✨ Your support helps us continue our mission of caring for animals, advanci...
12/06/2024

✨ More than $10,000 raised on Giving Tuesday!✨ Your support helps us continue our mission of caring for animals, advancing conservation efforts, and creating unforgettable experiences for our community. We are so grateful for every donation and for having you as part of our Zoo family.

🎁✨ Help Us Spread Holiday Cheer! ✨🎁Since 2015, our retail team here at the Sacramento Zoo has hosted a toy drive benefit...
12/06/2024

🎁✨ Help Us Spread Holiday Cheer! ✨🎁

Since 2015, our retail team here at the Sacramento Zoo has hosted a toy drive benefitting the UC Davis Health Comprehensive Cancer Center to bring joy to kids battling cancer.

Pictured here is the first round of donations heading out— but we’re not done yet! Drop off new, unwrapped toys at the Zoo’s gift shop through December 23rd. Toys from any retailer or the Zoofari Market are welcome!

🎄 Member Shopping Days: December 6, 7, 8
✨ Members save 25% on gift shop purchases—perfect for adding a little extra to your basket for the toy drive! (Sale excludes books, promotional, clearance, and sale items.)

Let’s make the holidays brighter for kids who need it most. 💝 Together, we can make a difference!

🎄♻️ Recycle Your Holiday Lights at the Zoo! ♻️🎄Got old, broken, or burned-out holiday lights? Don’t toss them—drop them ...
12/05/2024

🎄♻️ Recycle Your Holiday Lights at the Zoo! ♻️🎄

Got old, broken, or burned-out holiday lights? Don’t toss them—drop them off at the Sacramento Zoo!

🔌 What We Accept:
Holiday string lights (LED, classic, net, icicle, battery-powered)
Extension cords
Lights should be loose, not bagged.

📍 Where: Inside the Zoo's main entrance. Not visiting? Hand them to the gate attendant!

🗓️ When: Now through January 12, 2025 during zoo hours.

Why recycle? Holiday lights don’t belong in your curbside bin—they can damage sorting equipment. By recycling them at the zoo, you’ll reduce landfill waste and help create healthier habitats for local wildlife. 🌎✨

All lights will be responsibly recycled through our partner eWaste4good. Do you have other eWaste items that you need to recycle? Learn how to recycle these items on our Take Conservation Action page: https://www.saczoo.org/take-conservation-action

Happy International Cheetah Day! 🌍 Today, we’re celebrating cheetahs, including our cheetah brothers, Rowdy and ZigZag, ...
12/04/2024

Happy International Cheetah Day! 🌍 Today, we’re celebrating cheetahs, including our cheetah brothers, Rowdy and ZigZag, who remind us every day why these cats are worth saving. Cheetahs are Africa’s most endangered big cat, with fewer than 7,500 left in the wild. Their survival is threatened by habitat loss, the illegal pet trade, and human-wildlife conflict.

The Sacramento Zoo is proud to support Cheetah Conservation Botswana, an organization working tirelessly to protect cheetahs through research, education, and collaboration with communities to promote coexistence.

Help us honor Rowdy, ZigZag, and their wild counterparts by learning more and supporting our conservation efforts. Together, we can make a difference! 🐆💛

Learn more at: https://www.cheetahconservationbotswana.org/

It's Giving Tuesday!At the Sacramento Zoo, exceptional animal care always comes first. 🦁🐢 From specialized diets to crea...
12/03/2024

It's Giving Tuesday!

At the Sacramento Zoo, exceptional animal care always comes first. 🦁🐢 From specialized diets to creative enrichment and world-class veterinary care, our amazing team works tirelessly to ensure nearly 400 animals thrive every day.

Thanks to friends like you, we’re able to provide top-quality care while inspiring visitors to connect with wildlife and learn about conservation. 🌍✨

On this global day of giving, we invite you to make a difference. Your donation supports critical animal care, conservation initiatives, and educational programs.

🐾 Donate today and help us continue our mission!
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Together, we can make a lasting impact for wildlife. ❤️

Sunday Funday at the Sacramento Zoo! 🍂Looking for a way to wrap up Thanksgiving weekend? Bring your family and friends t...
12/01/2024

Sunday Funday at the Sacramento Zoo! 🍂

Looking for a way to wrap up Thanksgiving weekend? Bring your family and friends to the zoo and enjoy the crisp fall air, make memories, snap photos, and soak up the cool autumn vibes.

There's something for everyone to enjoy. Bundle up and make some special memories this season! See you at the Zoo! 🐆🦒🦁

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3930 W Land Park Drive
Sacramento, CA
95822

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4pm
Tuesday 9am - 4pm
Wednesday 9am - 4pm
Thursday 9am - 4pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

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