A special fund to assist with the areas of greatest need within the Zoo and Garden.
As we celebrate 50 years at Riverbanks Zoo and Garden, I want to thank you for your unwavering support. Your commitment has inspired us to excel as wildlife protectors and conservation leaders. Thanks to your support, Riverbanks delivers the highest standards of care to over 3,000 animals and 5,700 plant species. Together, we have connected more than 40 million guests to nature, inspiring them to make a positive impact on wildlife and wild places.
This year has been filled with milestones and achievements. The Lloyd S. and Doris N. Liles Komodo Crossing is complete. We are in the final design stage of the Jane B. Friedman Conservation Learning Center, expected to open in 2026. Planning has kicked off for Phase Two of Bridge to the Wild, our vision for the future. We also welcomed four meerkat pups, five flamingo chicks, over fifty Henkel’s leaf-tailed gecko hatchlings, and a rare symmetrical brain coral—a major win for this endangered species.
Day in and day out, our dedicated animal care professionals provide outstanding care for our Zoo residents, many that have been with us for decades. The team works tirelessly to ensure the animals live their best lives, through all life stages, from birth to end-of-life care.
Keepers provide extensive and attentive care to our thriving flamingo flock, from prepping habitats for nest-building and diligently monitoring each new egg to ensuring the safety and nourishment of chicks as they grow, including now one-year-old Nico, Nelson and Cruz. Likewise, veterinarians closely monitor our aging 19-year-old Amur tiger, Koshka, managing her arthritis with medication and a therapeutic laser, coupled with delicious snacks to make her treatment more rewarding.
We approach the care of all our animals with the same compassion and attention as doctors do for humans, focusing on good physical and mental health, comfort and quality of life. Our holistic approach incorporates nutritious meals, enrichment activities, and innovative training techniques for routine health checks and specialized treatments.
To continue supporting this exceptional team and our mission to protect wildlife, we need your help. Please consider donating beyond your membership dues. A gift of any meaningful amount will ensure Riverbanks remains a leader in animal care, a place where children connect with nature, a trusted conservation resource, and a travel destination that enriches our community and strengthens our local economy.
Your contribution will help ensure Riverbanks remains a place to get outdoors and connect with nature, a trusted conservation resource, and a travel destination that continues to attract and engage visitors, strengthen our local economy, and enhance the quality of life in our community and state.
Thank you once again for your commitment to conservation.