Author | Lightnews

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 2h

For 15 years, the Zoo has been actively involved in reintroducing ABBs to Ohio. In 2025 we helped release more than 400 ABBs into Ohio!

10

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 2h

Cincinnati Zoo keeper Mandy joins a panel of national experts for a special webinar about American Burying Beetle Recovery Efforts on November 5 at 2:00pm EST.

Register here for free to watch: act.biologicaldiversity.org/p9pliWeJq0aG...

1 5 19

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 15d

Learn fun facts about skunks, and more about Marshmallow, and why these striped cuties deserve a little more love and a lot less fear!

2 41

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 15d

Think skunks are scary? Think again! 🦨 In this Spooky Series episode, baby skunk Marshmallow and his care team Sarah and Sammie join Jenna and Mark to clear the air about one of nature’s most misunderstood animals.

cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/spooky-ser...

1 5 30

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 26

Chief operating officer Dave Jenike will take over as Zoo Director, effective January 1, 2026.

26

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 26

After almost two decades leading the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, Thane Maynard is moving into a new role as Executive Chair of the Board to spearhead the largest fundraising effort in the Zoo’s history

cincinnatizoo.org/cincinnati-z...

2 3 39

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 24

We’re proud to care for our troop & support conservation programs that protect gorillas in the wild. Every visit, every membership & every donation helps us continue this mission. cincinnatizoo.org/conservation...

1 29

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 24

The Zoo has been acting over the last two decades to support wild gorilla conservation, including the Mbeli Bai Study, the longest running research being done with wild gorillas.

1 2 24

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 24

Unfortunately all gorilla species are classified as critically endangered.

1 1 9

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 24

The 4-day-old baby gorilla is growing stronger & can already hold his head up.

1 1 13

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 24

Happy World Gorilla Day!

1 17 200

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 23

The 3-day-old baby gorilla went outside today for the first time. Gladys may be a first-time mom, but she’s already a natural. Visitors can stop by Gorilla World on their next visit in hopes to get a glimpse of the new baby, but they will not be on a set schedule of when they will be out.

1 10 130

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 22

The Cincinnati Zoo supports wild gorilla conservation efforts including the Mbeli Bai Study, the longest running research being done with wild western lowland gorillas.

cincinnatizoo.org/theres-a-new...

There’s a New Baby Boy in Cincinnati Zoo’s Gorilla World! - Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden

cincinnatizoo.org

1 1 37

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 22

Mom and baby are bonding behind the scenes. The keeper team is discussing names and looking for suggestions from the public. Those can be submitted on the Zoo’s social media channels.

2 1 43

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 22

Twelve-year-old gorilla Gladys is a mom! A healthy baby boy was born on Saturday, September 20, at 8:32 a.m. Mom and baby are doing well. This is Gladys’ first baby and the 51st gorilla born at the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden.

4 20 160

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 18

Just in time for the Zoo's 150th anniversary, the Cincinnati Zoo just won the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) International Conservation Award for our work with SORALO!!

cincinnatizoo.org/conservation...

1 18

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 18

In this episode of Cincinnati Zoo Tales, we celebrate 150 years of the Cincinnati Zoo with Director Thane Maynard. Thane reflects on the Zoo’s incredible journey since its founding, sharing fascinating stories & highlighting how far the Zoo has come:
cincinnatizoo.podbean.com/e/celebratin...

1 11

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 18

The Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden opened its doors 150 years ago today in 1875! From its beginnings as one of the nation’s first zoos to its role today as a leader in animal care, conservation & sustainability, we thank you for being an important part of our story

2 5 51

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Sep 8

Happy 1st Birthday to Daisy the bonobo! Like chimpanzees, bonobos share 98.7% of our DNA. But unlike gorillas or chimpanzees, bonobos are a matriarchal society. They are female lead, and female bonds take priority over male bonds.

4 20 170

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

Together, we can help preserve orangutans’ homes.

Download the PalmOil Scan Mobile App - a free resource to guide sustainable purchasing choices:

www.cmzoo.org/conservation...

5 24

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

Small choices, big impacts. This International Orangutan Day, check your pantry – choose products with sustainably sourced palm oil (look for the RSPO label).

2 5 45

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

The only truly arboreal ape, the orangutan is also the largest tree-dwelling animal.

1 2 12

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

Happy International Orangutan Day!

1 14 88

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 14

Follow CREW and the team of scientists leading the conservation efforts to save Kentucky clover.

3 50

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 12

Funds raised from the Zoo’s behind-the-scenes elephant tours support Asian elephant conservation initiatives & research for the cure of the EEHV

cincinnatizoo.org/plan-your-ad...

3 28