Rosamond Gifford Zoo

11/20/2024

Get ready to start your holiday shopping, Black Friday Deals are almost here! Visit The Curious Cub Gift Shop in-person or online for 20% off on Friday, November 29 (ONE DAY ONLY) with code: RGZBLACK

Visit The Curious Cub Gift Shop online: https://bit.ly/4ftiaVo

Members receive 30% off! To receive the Membership discount, you must be a member by November 27. Not a member? Join today! https://bit.ly/3FEeXRD

Please note, this offer is not applicable in the ‘Shop Local’ section of our gift shop.

11/20/2024

Our patas monkey sisters Sisu and Mushu will be moving behind-the-scenes to begin integrating with our main patas troop! They will not be visible during the bonding process. Come see them this weekend before they move and wish them well on their exciting next chapter. They are visible from 10:15 to 11 a.m. and 2 to 2:45 p.m. in the Animal Health Center.

Although they won’t be visible to the public, we will be sure to share lots of updates on social media until they are able to fully join their troop on exhibit.

11/20/2024

Art Gone Wild is an annual auction of extraordinary artwork by the animal artists at the Rosamond Gifford Zoo! These voluntary paintings are a part of many training and enrichment activities. Enrichment and training are very important aspects of animal care and help keep our animals physically and mentally stimulated and healthy! https://bit.ly/3AM9j1X

This event is hosted by the Rosamond Gifford Zoo's chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers (AAZK), a professional group meant to advance excellence in the Zoo Keeping profession, improve animal care and welfare, and promote conservation.

The auction ends at 8 p.m. on Friday, November 22.

11/19/2024

Heads up! The zoo will be closed on Thursday, November 28, for Thanksgiving.

Photo by Kat Zampini

11/19/2024

Happy World Tamandua Day to our southern tamanduas, Oso and Derby. Native to South America, tamanduas are a species of anteater. As an arboreal animal, they spend most of their time up in trees. Their diets consist of insects such as ants, termites, and bees. They lack teeth, and instead eat by slurping up their prey with long, sticky tongues. Visit Oso and Derby in our Adaptations of Animals Building. (Please note, the species in this building are nocturnal, so the area is on a reverse light cycle.)

11/18/2024

If April showers bring May flowers, what do November showers bring? Happy birds, that's what! Have you witnessed the magic of rainfall in our Diversity of Birds Aviary? Our sprinkler system mimics a light, tropical rainstorm that waters our plans and enriches our animals! Don’t worry about getting wet, the rain doesn't fall over the public walkways.

Pictured; Luzon bleeding heart dove, Nicobar pigeon, and female Asian fairy bluebird.

11/18/2024

Our Art Gone Wild Online Auction is now LIVE! If you missed the in-person event, now is the perfect time to bid on artwork by our animal artists: https://www.32auctions.com/art-gone-wild-online-2024

This auction also includes a special “kiss print” by the world famous Fiona the hippo, graciously donated to us by our friends at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

This event, put on by our chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK), benefits animal care and enrichment, the professional development of Zoo Keepers, and to support conservation efforts locally and around the world!

This auction ends at 8 p.m. this Friday, November 22.

11/16/2024

📷 We are currently accepting submissions for our Fall 2024 Seasonal Photo Contest! Professional and aspiring photographers alike can submit their photos for fun, recognition, and prizes. Come visit the zoo and snap some last days of fall photos. 🍂 Learn more and submit your photos on our website at: rosamondgiffordzoo.org/seasonal-photo-contest

Photos are due at midnight on Monday, December 2.

11/15/2024

We had so much fun at Art Gone Wild last night! Congratulations to the new owners of our animal artists’ paintings. This event, put on by our chapter of the American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK), raised almost $10,000 to benefit animal care and enrichment, the professional development of Zoo Keepers, and to support conservation efforts locally and around the world!

Did you miss the event? Don’t worry! The Art Gone Wild fun continues with an online auction! The auction opens at 8 a.m. on Monday, November 18. Visit our website for a sneak peek at some of the auction items: https://www.32auctions.com/art-gone-wild-online-2024

This auction also includes a special “kiss print” by the world famous Fiona the hippo, graciously donated to us by our friends at the Cincinnati Zoo.

11/14/2024

Our violet turaco chick is growing fast! They have currently fledged, and can be spotted in the upper branches of the trees. Fledging, or leaving the nest or the first time, is a crucial stage for young birds as they grow and become independent birds.

11/14/2024

Now that’s what I’m “takin” about! Please join us in welcoming Kai, a male Sichuan takin who arrived to be a companion for our two female takin, Jiao and Ling. Takins are large hoofed mammals native to rugged, mountainous terrain in the Eastern Himalayas at altitudes above 4,300 meters. There is mesh along the fence to allow him some privacy while acclimating to his new home, but guests might be able to spot him at the top of his exhibit!

11/13/2024

Art Gone Wild is TOMORROW at 6:30 p.m.! This in-person charity auction features paintings from various animal artists, a raffle, and light refreshments! Tickets are $8 in advance and $10 at the door. VIP tickets are available for $35 and allows early-entry at 6 p.m. to ensure “buy it now” prices and 10 raffle tickets.

Want to see how some of your favorite animals make these works of art? We will also have painting encounters up for auction! Bid on a behind-the-scenes painting experience with Yaad and Tukada, Asian elephant Romani, or Bactrian camel brothers Patrick and George.

Art Gone Wild is put on by the Rosamond Gifford Zoo's chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers. Proceeds benefit animal care and enrichment, professional development of Zoo Keepers and supports conservation efforts locally and around the world! https://bit.ly/4ea1SPO

11/13/2024

Give your kids a gift that's both educational and fun! Our education team has lots of awe inspiring programs coming up for kids of all ages. Visit our website to learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4dwnDtQ

Kids’ Night Out: Friday, November 15 and Friday, December 6

Family EdVentures: Sunday, November 17

11/13/2024

Did you know we have koi fish in the stream under the bridge attached to the courtyard pond? If you didn't, now might be a good time to look for them, as our aquarists recently welcomed 7-8 baby koi! We are happy to report that they are doing very well.

11/13/2024

Not only can you bid on one-of-a-kind animal artwork this Thursday at Art Gone Wild, but you can bid on exclusive painting encounters! Get a behind-the-scenes painting experience with Yaad and Tukada, Asian elephant Romani, or Bactrian camel brothers Patrick and George.

VIP ticket holders can enter at 6 p.m. for guaranteed “Buy it Now” purchases, and general admission starts at 6:30 p.m. Get your tickets NOW: https://bit.ly/4ea1SPO

This in-person charity auction is put on by the Rosamond Gifford Zoo's chapter of the American Association of Zoo Keepers.

11/12/2024

Rosamond Gifford Zoo Executive Director Ted Fox joined News Channel 9’s Jeff Kulikowski to talk about Yaad and Tukada’s second birthday and recent participation in a trial vaccine against Elephant endotheliotropic herpesvirus.The trial aims to test the efficacy of the vaccine against EEHV1A, a specific strain of EEHV. Research and development will continue in hopes of creating a vaccine that protects elephants from all strains of EEHV. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KgkWFOUx5FY

NewsChannel 9 at 5 p.m.

11/12/2024

Tickets to Brunch With Santa are now open to non-members! Enjoy this festive Sunday brunch, meet and take a photo with Santa, and explore the zoo in the winter: https://bit.ly/4hoUTFt

Remaining sessions:
Sunday, December 8 at 1 p.m.
Sunday, December 15 at 1 p.m.
Sunday, December 22 at 1 p.m.