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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May 23, 2022

Butterflies are back! Press invited to preview of Molbak’s Butterfly Garden

May 21, 2022

Roo roo! Today is World Tree Kangaroo Day!

May 17, 2022

Whiskey & WildBites presented by First Tech Federal Credit Union: a summer evening of celebrity chefs, distilleries and wildlife at the zoo! Savor. Sip. Save Wildlife.

May 12, 2022

Zoo takes precautions to protect birds after avian influenza confirmed in state
Birds most at risk temporarily moved indoors and off public view

May 5, 2022

Experience Forests for All…a new exhibit experience coming to the zoo in 2026

April 25, 2022

New penguin chicks highlight World Penguin Day

April 21, 2022

It’s Earth Day and sloth bear cubs have names

April 20, 2022

#ThisIsHowWeZoo: Summer fun happenings and exhibit reopenings

April 18, 2022

Choose a name for a sloth bear cub!
Online naming poll begins today

April 18, 2022

Press invited for a sneak peek of sloth bear cubs

April 12, 2022

Precious pollinators are back: butterflies!
Molbak’s Butterfly Garden reopens Memorial Day weekend

April 5, 2022

Celebrate tiger Bumi’s birthday with action to save iconic species

March 28, 2022

Every woman Chaka Khan joins ZooTunes
Zoo announces more artists for summer concert series

March 22, 2022

Several species receive first dose of COVID vaccinations at Woodland Park Zoo

March 1, 2022

More Zoo Doo available for gardeners this spring!
Bulk amounts now available in April, May and June

February 24, 2022

Zoo loses its king of the African Savanna: lion euthanized due to illness

February 22, 2022

See concerts. Save animals. ZooTunes partial lineup announced for 2022 summer concert series

February 10, 2022

New otter pup scores a 10 for “cuteness!”
Otter pup born to first-time parents

February 9, 2022

Stop and prune the roses!
February 26: Rose pruning demo at zoo’s Rose Garden

January 28, 2022

First babies of 2022: twin sloth bears born on New Year’s Day!
Cubs mark the first successful birth for mom

January 21, 2022

Feb. 1: Zoo will usher in Year of the Tiger with talks and programs
Meet the zoo’s tigers, Azul and Bumi!

December 20, 2021

Wolves Don’t Have Time to Wait
Woodland Park Zoo leads nationwide zoo movement calling for emergency federal protection of wolves

December 15, 2021

Zoo loses oldest orangutan, Melati, after critical surgery

December 15, 2021

Zoo’s Draft Annual Plan for 2022 available for public review and comment

December 10, 2021

Volunteer at Woodland Park Zoo!
Join a virtual info session in January

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

October 28, 2021

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

October 27, 2021

Zoo’s geriatric red panda passes away

October 22, 2021

Zoo’s oldest orangutan to undergo CT scan

October 20, 2021

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

October 18, 2021

Restore Wolf Protections This Wolf Awareness Week: Washington state residents can lead the pack on demanding federal action

October 7, 2021

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

October 6, 2021

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

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

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

September 17, 2021

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

August 30, 2021

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

August 20, 2021

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

August 12, 2021

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

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

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!

July 22, 2021

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

July 20, 2021

Christmas in July! Tickets on sale now for WildLanterns

July 19, 2021

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

July 7, 2021

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

June 24, 2021

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

June 13, 2021

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

May 24, 2021

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

May 24, 2021

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

May 21, 2021

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

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

April 25, 2021

Zoo announces new penguin chicks on World Penguin Day!

April 12, 2021

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

April 8, 2021

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

March 25, 2021

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

March 23, 2021

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

March 16, 2021

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

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

March 10, 2021

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

March 8, 2021

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

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!

February 17, 2021

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

February 15, 2021

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

February 12, 2021

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

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

February 1, 2021

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

January 13, 2021

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

January 11, 2021

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