Women of the Zoo: Meet Tanisha “I told my mom, ‘I cannot do this. It smells like fish, my hair was getting wet, the humidity was crazy, and I am miserable – I am out!’ but she told me to stick it out – don’t give up and see this through…and here I am today.” In ... Read More
Women of the Zoo: Meet Amber Fort Wayn ... Read More
Women of the Zoo: Meet Dr. Kami How did Dr. Kami go from a young child caring for farm animals in the country to a Staff Veterinarian examining Sumatran Tigers here at the Fort Wayne Children’s Zoo? Well, her journey is marked with personal an ... Read More
As the oldest Reticulated Giraffe in North Americ ... Read More
This holiday season, help protect Asmara’s wild cousins by sharing sustainably produced goodies with your friends and family! ... Read More
From Ethyl to Edgar You might have noticed that Edgar the Marabou Stork isn’t behind the giraffe anymore. No, Edgar didn’t fly away nor is he hiding from you! This winged friend took a few steps over to his new home on the Savanna. Since he’s moving in wit ... Read More
Peacock Café is Here! Needing a little pep in your step as you start your Zoo journey? You’re in luck: Peacock Café is officially open! With delicious coffee and treats, you’re sure to start your visit off on the right paw. Menu: Co ... Read More
I had just left the Kangaroo exhibit. To my left, I saw a small blue plaque that read “Walk-Through Aviary.” I knew an aviary meant an enclosure for birds but I wasn’t sure if it was worth it. However, no one else was in there. Every other exhibit was crowded with eager children in chunky stro ... Read More
Four Things to Remember on Reef Awareness Day Sea turtles, starfish, mollusks, oh my! Called the rainforests of the seas, coral reefs support a diversity of marine life; however, many reefs are being damaged, and marine species are losing their homes. You can help save life under ... Read More