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Animal News

California Sea Lion

May 30, 2025

Wonder What a Sea Lion Sounds Like? We Asked a Zookeeper

Sea lions are noisy—but how many sounds can they make? Quench your curiosity in this virtual keeper talk with American Trail keeper Sydney Lenz!

Closeup of alpaca Coffee Cup's snout

May 28, 2025

Zoo Welcomes Alpacas ‘Rainstorm’ and ‘Coffee Cup’

Fuzz fans, rejoice! Two new alpacas have made their debut at our Kids’ Farm exhibit.

Silverback gorilla Baraka in his outdoor habitat.

May 19, 2025

Get to Know the Gorilla Troop Living at the Zoo

Want to tell the western lowland gorillas apart? This introductory guide will help you spot each of the six residents of the troop.