The animal was a long-time ambassador for his species, bringing conservation awareness to millions, zoo staff said.

Othello the Aldabra giant tortoise, who was well over 100 years old, died at the St. Louis Zoo on April 8. Screengrab from St ...

Species-specific needs: All nontraditional pets have unique requirements, so it’s essential to research your pet’s needs. For example, reptiles require specific habitat lighting and temperature ...

Known as destinations in their own right, these amazing zoos introduce U.S. audiences to wildlife from around the world.

The birth of tortoises native to Santa Cruz Island in the Galápagos increases their U.S. population from 44 to 48. A few ...

Each year on April 8th, National Zoo Lovers Day encourages us to explore our local zoos. Each year, millions of people visit ...

What started off as an April Fool’s prank turned into something more than what Brea Stenzel, her family and a lobster were expecting.