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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 12d

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

Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 12d

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

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 14d

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...

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 14d

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.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 14d

Unfortunately all gorilla species are classified as critically endangered.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 14d

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

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 14d

Happy World Gorilla Day!

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 15d

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.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 16d

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

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

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 16d

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.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 16d

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.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 20d

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!!

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 20d

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:
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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · 20d

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

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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.

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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:

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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).

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

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

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 19

Happy International Orangutan Day!

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 14

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

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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

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 12

DYK: There are <50k Asian elephants in the wild. Populations are declining due to habitat loss & fragmentation, human–elephant conflict & poaching.

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 12

Happy World Elephant Day! The Cincinnati Zoo is committed to helping to save the world’s largest land mammals and their habitats by partnering with Conservation Initiatives in India & Bring the Elephant Home in Thailand

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 4

Fritz through the years! He is full of personality just like his big sis Fiona!

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Cincinnati Zoo @cincinnatizoo.bsky.social · Aug 4

Fritz celebrated his third birthday yesterday with a watermelon cake and his care team!

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