Jacksonville University launches new program to help protect sea turtles and their coastal habitats
June 16, 2025
Jacksonville University, in partnership with Mickler’s Landing Turtle Patrol, launches a new program aimed at protecting and conserving sea turtles and their coastal habitats. ...Jacksonville Zoo nominated for USA Today’s Best Zoo in the US
February 21, 2025
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced on Thursday its nomination for the Best Zoo in the United States as part of the USA TODAY 10Best ...Jacksonville Zoo celebrates riverfront connection during ExZOOberation
April 29, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens was recently voted one of the best in the country by USA Today, and its about to celebrate a ...Jacksonville Zoo hosts Manatee Appreciation Day to learn about conservation efforts
March 29, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens hosted Manatee Appreciation Day, where people could learn all about conservation efforts. and preview the new manatee habitat coming ...Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announces fundraiser for manatee critical care center, new entrance
March 20, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced a crowdfunding campaign to build the largest manatee rescue center in Florida which will also double as the ...Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens launches initiative to inspire young professionals to engage in conservation efforts
March 25, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced on Tuesday the launch of the Conservation Leaders Collective (CLC), an initiative that aims to inspire young professionals ...Celebrating newest members of Jacksonville Zoo on National Zoo Lovers Day
April 8, 2025
Its National Zoo Lovers Day and this morning we are getting a look at some of the Jacksonville Zoo's newest family members.Largest local epilepsy awareness event held at the Jacksonville Zoo to raise funds, awareness
March 28, 2025
Epilepsy Alliance Florida hosted its annual Walk the Talk for Epilepsy in Jacksonville on Saturday, the largest community event in the area that raises ...Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens named USA Today’s 4th ‘Best Zoo’ in the US
March 19, 2025
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced on Wednesday it was named the 4th Best Zoo in the United States as part of the USA TODAY ...The Jacksonville Zoo has been a city staple for 100 years. We take you on an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour
March 4, 2025
Have you ever wanted to go behind the scenes at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens ? Well, you’re in luck. The zoo does offer behind-the-scenes ...Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announces fundraiser for manatee critical care center, new entrance
March 20, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced a crowdfunding campaign to build the largest manatee rescue center in Florida which will also double as the ...Construction of Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens' manatee rescue center and new entrance
March 20, 2025
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced a crowdfunding campaign to build the largest manatee rescue center in Florida which will also double as the ...Meeting some of the unique wildlife at the Jacksonville Zoo
March 4, 2025
Prehensile-tailed skinks and Aldabra tortoises. If you’re unfamiliar with those animals, get ready for a quick lesson. RELATED: The Jacksonville Zoo has been a ...35-year-old female gorilla passes away at Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens
August 26, 2024
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced the heartbreaking and unexpected death of Bulera , a 35-year-old female western lowland gorilla, due to Shigella , ...JSO’s Eagle Eye drone helps locate escaped warthog at Jacksonville Zoo
December 9, 2024
The Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office recently answered an unusual call: The Jacksonville Zoo & Gardens needed help to find a wandering warthog. The zoo said ...Warthog on the loose closes Jacksonville Zoo on Friday night
December 7, 2024
A warthog broke loose Friday night causing the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens to close its doors early as a safety measure. The Colors of ...Jacksonville Zoo apes ‘doing well’ after bacterial infection that killed 4
October 23, 2024
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens officials announced Wednesday their apes are doing well following a Shigella outbreak that killed four primates in August and September. ...Jacksonville Zoo warns of ticket scam
February 19, 2024
The Jacksonville Zoo has a warning: watch out for a scam involving zoo tickets. The zoo said it has been notified that scammers are ...Experience wildlife in a new light: ZOOLights lanterns bring art, nature together at Jacksonville Zoo
November 12, 2024
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is hosting the Colors of the Wild, a ZOOLights Lantern Experience event, this month. Guests may remember it from last ...Explore the Colors of the Wild: News4JAX Insider Jacksonville Zoo Ticket Sweepstakes
December 28, 2023
Unveiling the Enchantment Attention, News4JAX Insiders! Here’s your exclusive chance to win a family 4-pack to the enchanting “Colors of the Wild” event at ...