Today AT THE ZOO
Today’s Hours
9AM – 4PM
Wilderness Falls Water Play is back for the season. Enjoy the splash pad from 10AM to 4PM daily.
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Memberships now available starting at just $100. Enjoy a full year of outdoor fun, supporting conservation and wonder.
FCZ BLOG
At Fresno Chaffee Zoo, we aim to inspire care for animals, create meaningful connections, build community and save wildlife. This blog is a new way for us to invite you behind-the-scenes to meet the people, hear the stories, and witness the impact of our mission in action, both here in Fresno and around the world.
Join our fun, educational camps at the Zoo! Campers will enjoy learning, regular Zoo visits, and themed crafts and activities.
ART ACADEMY
Join us for an unforgettable journey where creativity meets conservation, and every masterpiece tells a story of wonder, inspiration, and love for the natural world. Sign up for Zoo Art Camp today and unleash the artist within!
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Behind-the-Scenes adventures take guests one step closer to the animals at Fresno Chaffee Zoo, giving guests a special, unforgettable experience!
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Nature? ✅ Smartphone? ✅ Curiosity? ✅ You’re ready to participate in the #CityNatureChallenge!
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🌍🐾 Happy Earth Day, today we celebrate the incredible planet we call home! Our mission inspires us every day to care for animals, create connections, build community, and save wildlife. Together we must take care of Earth because every creature and every habitat matters. 💚🌿
King Vultures got their name due to their habit of dominating carcass feedings from other smaller vultures and making them wait until they get their fill. Another reason is a Mayan legend about how the bird was a king who served as a messenger between humans and gods.
When the food is lip-smacking good.
📹: ZCS Courtney
Munches in the morning featuring Nolwazi and Thando 🐘❤️🐘
Fly on by to our Butterfly Garden and sprinkle a little magic on your Spring season 🦋 Surround yourself among hundreds of butterflies of all colors, shapes, and sizes.
Chisulo`s mane always has us amazed but did you know it can also tell us about his health? Scientist have found that density and coloration of a lion`s mane is influenced by multiple factors including genetics, testosterone, climate, age, health and nutrition.
We`re galumphing with joy because today is our harbor seal, Ariel`s 15th birthday! 🎈 🦭
