Phoenix Zoo

On World Oceans Day, the Phoenix Zoo is proud to support nautilus conservation! 🌊

Nautiluses are deep-ocean cephalopods, living in reef habitats up to 700m below the water's surface. Their specialized shells allow them to withstand the pressure of the deep ocean. Unfortunately, their shells have led them to become overharvested for the ornamental shell trade, causing some species to become threatened. Our Conservation and Science Manager, Whitney Heuring, works with Save The Nautilus biologists to conduct nautilus research in Fiji. The data collected are used to learn more about nautilus populations, so that we can better conserve and protect them.

To learn how the Phoenix Zoo supports nautilus conservation and other projects around the world, visit https://www.phoenixzoo.org/around-the-world/.

On the second Tuesday of June, July and August, Zoo admission is only $20 and features an all-new Foam Frenzy party from 8 - 10 a.m.! 🙌

Stay cool in the splash pads all day long, get sudsy in the foam and see the painted dogs receive their favorite enrichment, bones! Purchase your tickets today at https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/20-tuesdays/

Something BIG is returning to the Phoenix Zoo! 🦕

In honor of today being Dinosaur Day, we are excited to announce that Dinosaurs in the Desert will be back this fall! For the first time, over 60 dinosaurs will be visible across the Zoo grounds. From the long-necked Brachiosaurus and spiked Ankylosaurus, to the winged Pteranodon and hulking Tyrannosaurus, guests should be ready for a dino encounter around any corner.

For more information, visit https://www.phoenixzoo.org/events/dinosaurs-in-the-desert/