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.

Interested in wildlife education for your classroom? The Sacramento Zoomobile is now serving Title 1 elementary schools ...
01/15/2025

Interested in wildlife education for your classroom? The Sacramento Zoomobile is now serving Title 1 elementary schools for free! Visit our website, scan the QR code, or contact us via email for more information.

J. Gregory is the first rhinoceros to call the zoo home in Sacramento Zoo history, and we think that’s a BIG deal. His c...
01/14/2025

J. Gregory is the first rhinoceros to call the zoo home in Sacramento Zoo history, and we think that’s a BIG deal. His calm demeanor and majestic presence make him a favorite among everyone here.

Did you know all three of our Sumatran orangutans have January birthdays? This month, we’re celebrating each of these in...
01/13/2025

Did you know all three of our Sumatran orangutans have January birthdays? This month, we’re celebrating each of these incredible apes, and we’re starting with the birthday boy, Makan, who turns 22 today!

Makan is a calm, confident, and incredibly smart orangutan who knows exactly what he wants. He’s even participated in voluntary medical treatments with his caregivers!

Stop by to wish Makan (and the other two!) a happy birthday this month and celebrate with us! 🧡

Learning from the best! Young lemurs, like Willow, learn essential survival skills by watching and mimicking adult behav...
01/12/2025

Learning from the best! Young lemurs, like Willow, learn essential survival skills by watching and mimicking adult behaviors. From foraging to climbing and social interactions, every moment is a learning opportunity!

We love this sweet photo of Willow munching on a browse leaf, just like her mom, Dahlia. Watching her grow and learn is such a treat!

EXTENDED! - Recycling Holiday Lights at the Sac Zoo♻️🎄Got old, broken, or burned-out holiday lights? Don’t toss them—dro...
01/11/2025

EXTENDED! - Recycling Holiday Lights at the Sac 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 21 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

Love is wild! This Valentine’s Day, show your love for your family and friends while supporting the Sacramento Zoo. The ...
01/10/2025

Love is wild! This Valentine’s Day, show your love for your family and friends while supporting the Sacramento Zoo. The Zoo Parent program is a unique and meaningful way to celebrate the ones you love while making a difference for animals from around the world.

Want to add an adorable plush to your Zoo Parent package? Select animals at the Leader of the Pack level and include a soft, cuddly buddy with your Valentine gift while supplies last. Send your Valentine a Zoo Parent package today! https://www.saczoo.org/sponsor-a-zoo-animal

A huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who gave to the Sacramento Zoo via our Amazon Wishlist this holiday season! Your ...
01/09/2025

A huge heartfelt thank you to everyone who gave to the Sacramento Zoo via our Amazon Wishlist this holiday season! Your incredible generosity brought us 92 items for our animals. 🧡

And that’s not all—the boxes themselves are a bonus! Our orangutans love sitting in large boxes and using them to build cozy nests overnight. Smaller boxes become puzzle feeders, stuffed with paper shreds, or transformed with holes for tiny lemur hands to reach in and grab treats.

Your support means the world to us, and the animals love it, too. Thank you for helping us enrich their lives in so many ways! 🐾

Check out our wish list 👉 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2NU9PMTITPGYX/ref=cm_go_nav_hz

The look Glory gives when her keeper walks by with a snack...
01/08/2025

The look Glory gives when her keeper walks by with a snack...

Mark and Roxy, our Abyssinian ground hornbill duo, are showcasing their beak skills and heartwarming bond. These fascina...
01/07/2025

Mark and Roxy, our Abyssinian ground hornbill duo, are showcasing their beak skills and heartwarming bond. These fascinating birds use their large, powerful beaks not only to carry their food and nesting materials, but also to exchange items as part of their social behavior, like the treasures they’re sharing in these photos.

Known for their playful energy and sharp minds, squirrel monkeys are a must-see on your next visit! Swing by the alcove ...
01/06/2025

Known for their playful energy and sharp minds, squirrel monkeys are a must-see on your next visit! Swing by the alcove between the lion and jaguar habitats to see these intelligent and agile primates in action.

Jackson and Kai, our North American river otters, prove that everything’s more fun with a friend by your side!
01/05/2025

Jackson and Kai, our North American river otters, prove that everything’s more fun with a friend by your side!

It’s easy to tell which flamingos in the flock are this summer’s chicks – they’ve got a mix of grey and white feathers a...
01/04/2025

It’s easy to tell which flamingos in the flock are this summer’s chicks – they’ve got a mix of grey and white feathers alongside their pink! 🦩💕

Stop by soon to admire them for yourself!

Climb, explore, and learn with our "Critters Near & Far" installation! These larger-than-life animal sculptures invite k...
01/03/2025

Climb, explore, and learn with our "Critters Near & Far" installation! These larger-than-life animal sculptures invite kids (and the young at heart) to touch, climb, and discover wildlife from around the world. With interactive play and educational panels, it’s a hands-on journey through the animal kingdom!

🎉 Bonus Fun: Want to enjoy a free scavenger hunt? Download the free Goosechase app and join our Critters Near & Far Scavenger Hunt for even more excitement during your visit!
📱 Join Code: UH7MMM

Feeling the post-holiday blues? Recharge with a visit to the Sacramento Zoo! 🐾 Stroll through the beautiful pathways, so...
01/02/2025

Feeling the post-holiday blues? Recharge with a visit to the Sacramento Zoo! 🐾

Stroll through the beautiful pathways, soak in the cool winter air, and enjoy the sights and sounds of the zoo. Start your year with some joy and tranquility.

We look forward to seeing you!

At the Sacramento Zoo, we’re always exploring new ways to enrich the lives of the animals in our care. One of the unique...
01/01/2025

At the Sacramento Zoo, we’re always exploring new ways to enrich the lives of the animals in our care. One of the unique materials we use is called Excelsior, or wood wool—a natural product made of 100% hardwood shavings.

Typically used for packing heavy items like bird baths, fountains, and large pottery, this wood wool is given a second life at our zoo thanks to our creative partnerships with Thompson Building Materials & Nursery – Sacramento and Campania International. They save large amounts of this material for us, and we use it in exciting ways to encourage natural behaviors among our animals.

🦧 For example, our orangutans love to make cozy nests out of it each night, lioness Binti loves lounging on it too, while other animals like our saki monkeys enjoy it as a dense, tangly base for foraging fun!

This collaboration not only benefits the animals but also helps "recycle" materials that might otherwise go to waste. ♻️ We’re so thankful for partnerships that think outside the box to support sustainability and animal care.

As we look back on 2024, we're reflecting on our favorite moments. We welcomed several new arrivals, including thick bil...
12/31/2024

As we look back on 2024, we're reflecting on our favorite moments. We welcomed several new arrivals, including thick billed parrot chicks, Kivuli the okapi, lioness Binti, endangered mongoose lemur Willow, and several flamingo chicks!

Thank you for all your support for the Sacramento Zoo in 2024—we can’t wait for you to make more memories with us in the new year! 💚

Here's to another great year ahead! See you at the Sac Zoo in 2025!These last chance offers expire tomorrow, December 31...
12/30/2024

Here's to another great year ahead! See you at the Sac Zoo in 2025!

These last chance offers expire tomorrow, December 31. Give someone special a gift that delivers fun and adventure with a Sacramento Zoo membership.

Enter code "ZOO" at checkout to gift an EXTRA month of membership for FREE!

That's 13 months of zoo fun for the price of 12.

Offer valid through December 31, 2024. Check it out! https://www.saczoo.org/buy-a-gift-membership

Did you know cheetahs have around 2,000 unique black spots, each arranged in a pattern as distinctive as a fingerprint? ...
12/30/2024

Did you know cheetahs have around 2,000 unique black spots, each arranged in a pattern as distinctive as a fingerprint? 🤔

These spots aren’t just for show—they provide excellent camouflage in the grasslands.

Plus, those dark tear lines on their faces help reduce glare and improve focus during their famous high-speed hunts.

Address

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

Telephone

+19168085888

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🎶 On the 12th day of Christmas, the zoo staff gave to me… 🎁🐾 We’re so excited to reshare this fan-favorite video from last year! Our team put a wild twist on "The 12 Days of Christmas," featuring all the things we love most about the Sacramento Zoo.🎄 Thank you for being part of our zoo family and making every day feel like a gift. Wishing you and yours the happiest holidays! 🌟❤️

Here's some rhinoceros chewing ASMR for your feed today!

Jackson and Kai, our North American river otters, love to snuggle up in their cozy log after a day full of swimming and exploring. 🦦💤 Come catch their antics (and naps) on your next visit to the Sacramento Zoo!

🌿💚 Talk about #RelationshipGoals! Check out this sweet moment between Kivuli and Mo, our okapi pair, sharing some browse together. 🥰 Come visit and see if you can catch them in action – sharing, snacking, and being one of the cutest duos in the zoo!

Fall camp at the zoo is an exciting and educational experience that combines the thrill of wildlife exploration with the spirit of autumn! 🍂 Campers will have the opportunity to learn about the zoo through engaging activities, arts and crafts, and special opportunities exclusive to Zoo Camp. 🍁🍂The crisp fall air adds an extra layer of excitement as students explore the changing landscape of the zoo, observing how different animals prepare for the colder months. Visit Saczoo.org/fall-camp for more information.

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Trying out pumpkins for some autumnal enrichment for ground hornbills, Mark and Roxy! 🎃 How do you think it went?

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Not all heroes wear capes, but Indah does! 🦧 Every day, she inspires our visitors to learn, care, and act for orangutan conservation—and that makes her a true hero in our books! 🌍🍃

Boo Clues is this weekend! 🎃 This event will feature fresh-from-the-field pumpkins for the animals to enjoy! Thanks to a generous donation from a local farmer, many of the animals will be enjoying fun pumpkin enrichments during our new Boo Clues event. Get your tickets, put on your costume, and enjoy the pumpkin fun! Skip the line and buy your tickets ahead of time, at https://www.saczoo.org/boo-clues

Boo Clues is fast approaching! 🎃 Join us on Sunday, October 27th for a fun-filled Halloween event for the entire family, complete with pumpkin enrichments for the animals. Avoid the lines and buy your tickets online!

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Ten days left until Boo Clues! Come out to our brand new Halloween event on October 27 and meet these new friends! 🐛 Sam and his live invertebrate collection, from the Sac State Vivarium, will be a featured exhibit at our new Halloween event, Boo Clues! Guests will get a chance to be up-close with large stick insects, cockroaches, and more! Buy your tickets today, and don't miss out on this unique partnership with Sac State. saczoo.org/boo-clues

No need to choose your favorite, you can ride ALL of the carousel animals FOR FREE during our new Boo Clues event! Grab your costumes and get your tickets today! Think you have prize-worthy costumes? Our costume contest is live until 12pm October 18, and you could win FREE tickets to the event. See below for contest rules. Here’s how it works: 1. Snap a photo of you or your crew in costume 2. Upload your photo to Instagram with the following tags- @sacramentozoo #BooClues That’s it! First, second, and third place will be awarded free tickets to the event (4 tix for 1st, 3 tix for 2nd, 2 tix for 3rd). Read below for rules: 🎃 All costumes must be family-friendly. Any submissions deemed inappropriate will be disqualified 👻 All submissions must have both tags above 🍂 All submissions must be in by Friday, October 18th, before 12pm. 🍃 If you have already purchased tickets to the event and win the contest, the value of the tickets will be refunded to you. The education department, seen here in their stellar costumes, will be awarding the prizes at 12pm on Friday, October 18th.

Happy Tuesday! We hope you'll enjoy this video of young mongoose lemur, Willow, eating a piece of lettuce and learning how to be more independent. 🐾🥬

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