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JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens announced Friday that its MLK Day ticket promotion for the Colors of the Wild lantern display into February. Purchasing one regular ticket to the ...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Hailed as a mesmerizing display, Colors of the Wild is returning to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens. The display features more than 1,000 lighted lanterns highlighting diverse ...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens officials announced Wednesday their apes are doing well following a Shigella outbreak that killed four primates in August and September. The Shigella ...
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is getting a new name to put an emphasis on the flora as well as the fauna. The Northside zoo, which was named as one of America's favorites by USA Today readers ...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens hosted Manatee Appreciation Day, where people could learn all about conservation efforts. and preview the new manatee habitat coming in the future ...
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is celebrating a new accolade after placing 4th in USA TODAY’s Readers’ Choice Awards for “Best Zoo”. This was the first year the zoo was nominated in the category.
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is giving a chance to watch a new family unfold through a live stream. The Zoo’s wreathed hornbill couple named Humphrey and Bacall have built a ...
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Over 1 million visitors flock to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens each year. Inside, you’ll find over 2,000 animals, lush landscapes, award-winning exhibits, and staff devoted to ...
The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens experienced a shigella outbreak among its ape population, resulting in five deaths between August and November. While humans typically experience mild symptoms, apes ...
(This story was updated to accurately reflect the most current information.) Update: Wandering warthog Mateo has been safely recaptured without incident at the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens after ...
Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is being rebranded as Jacksonville Zoo and Botanical Gardens. New entryway and manatee exhibit still on track for '26. The Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens is getting a new ...