Press Room

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MEDIA INQUIRIES

 

Media requests for interviews, information or images, or requests to be added to Woodland Park Zoo's media distribution list, should be arranged through Woodland Park Zoo Public Relations:


Gigi Allianic

Senior Public Relations & Communications Manager
woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org
206.548.2475

Meghan Sawyer

Public Relations Coordinator
woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org
206.548.2550

 

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Press Materials


To receive hard copies of press kits and/or other information, please call the zoo’s media line at 206.548.2550 or email woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org

Recent Press Kits

Butterfly Garden (2016)
Banyan Wilds (2016)

Background Fact Sheets

General zoo information
Awards and honors
Botanical highlights
Education programs
WPZ history

Official Interviews


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For interview arrangements, please call Woodland Park Zoo’s media line at 206.548.2550 during weekdays, 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (PST). The media line ensures that the PR Department receives your call. On weekends, please call the zoo’s business line at 206.548.2500 during regular zoo hours. Staff can locate public relations or other appropriate staff as needed.

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For access to official zoo images for media use, please contact us at woodlandparkzoopr@zoo.org

Press Release Archive


2019 Press Releases

2018 Press Releases

2017 Press Releases

2016 Press Releases

RECENT PRESS RELEASES

 

November 23, 2021

Together We Light Up With Gratitude
Woodland Park Zoo Animals Visit MOHAI

November 10, 2021

Zoo’s rhinos celebrate their 5th birthday with their favorite treats!

November 5, 2021

Preview: Media invited to experience the magic of WildLanterns at the zoo
Tour the enchanting brand-new lanterns before opening day

November 1, 2021

Zoo honors U.S. military and veterans with free admission on Veterans Day, November 11

Orangutan

October 28, 2021

Sweet, sweet sustainability: pick Halloween candy that doesn’t hurt wildlife

Yukiko the red panda

October 27, 2021

Zoo’s geriatric red panda passes away

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October 22, 2021

Zoo’s oldest orangutan to undergo CT scan

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October 20, 2021

Red panda safely returned after animal keeper reports it outside of his exhibit

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October 7, 2021

This is how you zoo: Fall and winter happenings at Woodland Park Zoo

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October 6, 2021

Zoo’s new female orangutan, Batu, meets her future mate

Campers working with zoo staff

October 1, 2021

Pumpkin Bash presented by T-Mobile: autumn fun and treats will return for kiddies and animals
October 30-31 at Woodland Park Zoo

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September 24, 2021

The stinky smell of science: Woodland Park Zoo volunteers construct scentdispersing devices to aid wildlife conservation research in the Pacific Northwest and beyond

Campers working with zoo staff

September 17, 2021

Komodo dragon exhibit reopens and it’s better than ever for the giant lizards

Campers working with zoo staff

August 30, 2021

Zoo kicks off its annual Fall Fecal Fest!
Starting today, enter online for chance to purchase Zoo Doo

Campers working with zoo staff

August 20, 2021

Zoo Campers call on Congress: Pass the Big Cat Public Safety Act

Gray Wolf

August 12, 2021

The zoo stands up for wolves. You should, too
Celebrate International Wolf Day by signing petition to protect wolves

Pond Turtle Preparation

August 8, 2021

Turtle power! Tiny, mighty turtles head back to the wild August 13
State proclaims the week of August 8 as “Western Pond Turtle Recovery Week” for 30-Year Anniversary

Pond Turtle Preparation

July 26, 2021

Press invited to watch western pond turtles being prepared for release to protected site
Shellebrate 30 years of saving western pond turtles!

Mountain Goat Kid

July 22, 2021

Zoo’s new summer baby: infant mountain goat kid hits the trail!

Lanterns in the shape of Gorillas

July 20, 2021

Christmas in July! Tickets on sale now for WildLanterns

Pond Turtle Preparation

July 19, 2021

This is how you zoo: Summer happenings at Woodland Park Zoo

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July 7, 2021

This is how you zoo: Summer happenings at Woodland Park Zoo

Jungle Party

June 24, 2021

Zoo’s Jungle Party fundraiser will be in person and virtual
Monday, July 5–Friday, July 9, 2021

ZooDoo

June 13, 2021

Zoo holds its first-ever Summer Fecal Fest!
Enter online through July 9 for chance to purchase Zoo Doo

Baby lemur photo

May 24, 2021

Zoo’s baby lemurs have names! Online naming poll results are in

Baby lemur photo

May 24, 2021

Help name a baby lemur! Online naming poll kicks off today

Family farm goat

May 21, 2021

Woodland Park Zoo updates: masks and reopening of exhibits
New updates begin Saturday, May 22

Art made with crayons

May 3, 2021

See art, help children and save species!
Art work from upcycled crayons to benefit Seattle Children’s Hospital and Woodland Park Zoo

Gorilla baby shower graphic

April 25, 2021

Zoo announces new penguin chicks on World Penguin Day!

Gorilla baby shower graphic

April 12, 2021

Baby gorilla Zuna is a hit with zoo-goers
The 11-week-old girl is outdoors on a limited schedule

Gorilla baby shower graphic

April 8, 2021

Madagascar comes to life: bouncy baby lemurs born at the zoo!
First birth of lemurs at the zoo in 16 years

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 25, 2021

Zoo loses elderly gorilla, Vip
Deceased gorilla was father of Yola and first gorilla born in the Netherlands

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 23, 2021

Let the sunshine in: outdoor session for baby gorilla Zuna
Baby has her first tooth!

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 16, 2021

Together We Let Our Imaginations Take Flight!
Woodland Park Zoo and The Seattle Public Library are Wild at Heart

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 11, 2021

New baby gorilla has a name…and how sweet it is!
The Odermat family and Brown Bear Car Wash name baby gorilla

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 10, 2021

Red panda headed to new home, come wish her farewell!
Two-time mom Hazel headed to Memphis Zoo later this month

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 8, 2021

Women fighting for wildlife: Meet conservation heroes breaking the mold
Woodland Park Zoo celebrates International Women’s Day

Gorilla baby shower graphic

March 2, 2021

UN World Wildlife Day 2021: “Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet”
Happy 1st birthday to Kitoko, one of zoo’s gorilla ambassadors!

Gorilla baby shower graphic

February 17, 2021

Shower baby gorilla with love, save gorillas
Virtual baby shower for new baby gorilla and family

Gardeners hands in soil

February 15, 2021

It’s Zoo Doo time: Spring Fecal Fest!
Enter online through March 15 for chance to purchase Zoo Doo

Gorilla Nadiri's new baby

February 12, 2021

Baby gorilla update: mom and 2-week-old baby are together and bonding!
Happy Birthday to mom who turns 25 today

Gorilla Nadiri's new baby

February 10, 2021

Together We Let Our Hearts Soar!
Woodland Park Zoo and The Museum of Flight are Wild at Heart this Valentine’s Day

Gorilla Nadiri's new baby

February 1, 2021

Woodland Park Zoo’s gorilla mom has given birth to her second baby
Newborn gorilla is currently under human care

Gorilla Nadiri

January 13, 2021

Birth watch begins for pregnant gorilla, Nadiri
New baby is due to arrive between late January and early February

Pacific Northwest Ballet dancer with penguins

January 11, 2021

Together We Jump for Joy!
Cultural partners kick off 2021 with Wild at Heart year-long celebration

December 30, 2020

A hatching 36 years in the making: Zoo celebrates new red-crested turaco chick

December 23, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo mourns passing of 26-year-old grizzly bear, Denali

December 21, 2020

Periodic: A Pop-Up Shop hosts plant sale fundraiser for Woodland Park Zoo
It’s a big dill: Amazon Horticulture Department donates 2,000 plants

December 1, 2020

Zoo’s Draft Annual Plan for 2021 available for public review and comment

November 20, 2020

Happy 5th birthday to gorilla Yola!

November 16, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo and new WildLanterns remain open during new state restrictions
Indoor restaurant services are closed through December 14

November 9, 2020

Press preview: Magic awaits at first-ever WildLanterns!
New larger-than-life lantern festival

October 28, 2020

Babies abound: gorilla, tapir, pudu, snowy owls and now…leeches!!!!
Zoo is proud to be home to these rare animals in zoos

October 26, 2020

Zoo loses its oldest penguin, Mr. Sea
Geriatric bird was one of the oldest Humboldt penguins in North America

October 22, 2020

Fluffy red panda cubs make their public debut!
Press is invited for adorable photo opportunity

October 13, 2020

Don’t miss final episode of “One Wild World”! Episode 3 premieres this week
Tune in to live virtual series October 15 at 12:00 p.m.

October 9, 2020

Come shower some love: famed giraffe Hasani heading to new home
Born with leg abnormalities, the giraffe touched millions of hearts around the world

October 8, 2020

Zoo to You offers fun learning for kids at home!

October 7, 2020

Red panda cubs getting cuter by the day: Support their care and your zoo on All for Animals Giving Day

October 6, 2020

Episode 2 of zoo’s new “One Wild World” live virtual series premieres this week
Tune in live October 8 at 12:00 p.m.

October 2, 2020

A baby sister or brother is on the way for gorilla Yola!

September 29, 2020

Episode 1 of Zoo’s new “One Wild World” live virtual series premieres this week

September 24, 2020

Today, September 24, is World Gorilla Day!

September 15, 2020

Magic awaits you at first-ever WildLanterns!
Larger-than-life lantern festival coming to Woodland Park Zoo

September 3, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo to continue accessibility and inclusion work
IMLS grant to fund new Guest Inclusion Program

September 1, 2020

Zoo changes to seasonal hours on September 8

August 31, 2020

Tickets on sale now for first-ever virtual Brew With the Zoo

August 21, 2020

Endangered turtles are released to the wild
Mighty turtles are making a slow, but steady comeback

August 14, 2020

Get your Zoo Doo on: Fall Fecal Fest kicks off August 17
Enter online through September 6 for chance to purchase Zoo Doo

August 5, 2020

Magical snowy owl chicks hatch at Woodland Park Zoo

August 4, 2020

#SeattleWatermelon baby tapir gets a name!

July 31, 2020

Photos: Baby tapir takes a dip with mom!

July 29, 2020

Endangered turtles will soon be released to the wild
Turtle power, tiny but mighty

July 24, 2020

Meet Tián and Zan! Zoo’s red panda cubs just got their names

July 23, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo’s baby boom continues with new tawny frogmouth chick

July 21, 2020

Help name a baby red panda! Zoo’s red panda cub naming poll online now

July 17, 2020

Splish splash! SeattleWatermelon baby tapir gets swim lessons!

July 16, 2020

Floof alert: First-ever spur-winged lapwing chicks hatch at Woodland Park Zoo

July 6, 2020

Zoo’s Jungle Party fundraiser goes virtual
Live auctions begin today, July 6–July 10, 2020

June 18, 2020

Video: Adorable baby tapir explores the great outdoors!

June 18, 2020

After months of nesting, it’s time to flock to the zoo!
Woodland Park Zoo reopens to the public July 1

June 17, 2020

Your next cup of coffee could help save tree kangaroos and cloud forests
Caffe Vita and Woodland Park Zoo team up to sell coffee for conservation

June 16, 2020

Zoo’s Jungle Party fundraiser goes virtual
Monday, July 6–Friday, July 10, 2020

June 15, 2020

Joyful news: tapir Ulan gives birth for the first time
#SeattleWatermelon: It’s a girl!

June 1, 2020

Baby boom! Zoo celebrates birth of red panda twins

May 29, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo to reduce workforce and senior salaries due to COVID-19 pandemic

May 27, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo’s oldest gorilla, Amanda, passes away
Geriatric gorilla was an exemplary mother

May 27, 2020

Celebrate awesome otters on World Otter Day, May 27

May 24, 2020

Zoo’s baby gorilla injured during scuffle
Infant is recovering at hospital under 24-hour care

May 21, 2020

New babies at the zoo! A pudu fawn and mountain goat kid join zoo’s family

May 20, 2020

Rare birds hatch at Woodland Park Zoo for the first time
Animal care staff are hand-rearing ducklings

May 19, 2020

A bundle of joey! Meet the zoo’s precious wallaroo and wallaby babies

May 15, 2020

Zoo’s baby gorilla has a name! And the name is…
Name reveal pays tribute to Endangered Species Day on May 15

May 13, 2020

Zoo introducesnew milky eagle owl, Jibini!

May 11, 2020

Zoo builds special sunning yardfor its oldest and blind gorilla, Amanda
Netted area enables gorilla to spend time outdoors in the sunshine

May 8, 2020

Happy Mother’s Day! Gorilla is excellent mom to her baby
Baby gorilla brings awe, joy,and smiles to zoo family and community

May 4, 2020

Happy 1st Birthday to giraffe Hasani!

May 1, 2020

Creatures Great and Small: GiveBIG Supports Them All!
Now Scheduling On-Site Media Visits

April 29, 2020

Crane Returned to Zoo After Brief Beak Breakout

April 23, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo celebrates the hatching of penguin chicks

April 22, 2020

Celebrate Earth Day with Woodland Park Zoo
Pay tribute to 50 years of Earth Day with nature-friendly activities

April 20, 2020

Be a Sofa Scientist!
Celebrate Earth Day the safe way with Woodland Park Zoo

April 16, 2020

Zoo prepares for the birth of a tapir
Birth window opens and baby proofing habitat is completed

April 15, 2020

Adopt a virtual animal and show support for wildlife
Zoo launches new ZooParent Digital Adoption

April 6, 2020

ZooTunes concert series canceled for 2020
Zoo announces additional event cancellations

April 3, 2020

Chow down with zoo animals in new weekly live stream
Woodland Park Zoo launching Super Snack Time on Facebook Live

March 30, 2020

Cutie agouti pups born at the zoo

March 25, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo launches relief fund
Donations needed to support animal care as zoo extends temporary closure

March 23, 2020

Baby gorilla and mom bonding, thriving and loving the sunshine

March 20, 2020

Meet Fitz – your new favorite feline!
Young male jaguar finds new home at Woodland Park Zoo

March 17, 2020

Zoo cancels Bunny Bounce on April 11 and postpones Earth Day event

March 12, 2020

Blueberry, zoo’s popular ambassador hornbill, passes away

March 9, 2020

Zoo shares first photos of baby gorilla. Mom Uzumma and baby are thriving and bonding

March 5, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo precautionary measures responsive to King County recommendations

March 4, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo’s gorillas have a new family member!
Mom Uzumma gives birth today to her first baby

February 28, 2020

First ZooTunes act announced – tickets on sale now!
Blondie to perform at BECU ZooTunes presented by Carter Subaru

February 25, 2020

Birth watch begins for pregnant gorilla, Uzumma
First-time expectant mom is due in early to mid-March

February 24, 2020

Learn how to prune roses at Woodland Park Zoo’s Rose Garden

February 18, 2020

Orangutan Chinta, zoo’s oldest animal, dies a day before 52nd birthday
Chinta is last remaining animal born at Woodland Park Zoo in the 1960s

February 14, 2020

Injured wild trumpeter swan finds new home and love at the zoo
Multiple organizations team up to rescue and rehabilitate swan

February 11, 2020

Zoo welcomes new trumpeter swans and love on Valentine’s Day

February 6, 2020

Woodland Park Zoo to Seek New Home for Hippos Lily and Lupe

January 31, 2020

Spring Fecal Fest kicks off tomorrow!
Online entries for Zoo Doo lottery accepted through March 1st

January 28, 2020

Zoo and Seattle University invite the community to assist with wildlife research
Help identify wildlife detected on 80,000+ photos on camera traps

January 25, 2020

Animals celebrate Valentine’s Day the wild way on February 8

January 17, 2020

Zoo’s Draft Annual Plan for 2020 available for public review and comment

January 17, 2020

Baby Malayan tapir on the way! Expectant mom due this summer

January 3, 2020

Volunteer at Woodland Park Zoo!
Zoo recruiting people 16 and older to join exciting volunteer program Merganser Hatchlings PR 5-20

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