The Alliance has a Reputation for Awe-Inspiring Floats and Received Top Honors in 2024 with the Sweepstakes Award

Oak trees are iconic. They're also threatened with extinction. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is committed to protecting these keystone species.

Plants that bloom in the dark

Rare, Endangered Orchids Sold by the Bushel Through Social Media

Native bats help save ecosystems

If it looks like a duck, swims like an otter, and lays eggs, it's the platypus! Get an in-depth look at this freshwater-loving mammal.

Illegal orchid trafficking is causing a global decline. Learn what you can do to help.

Scientists at our Amazonian field station secure the hub's future, training the next generation of wildlife caretakers.

San Diego Zoo Food, Wine & Brew—San Diego’s wildest and tastiest night out—is back once again at the San Diego Zoo on September 21. Attendees will indulge in offerings from more than 150 of Southern California’s finest restaurants, wineries and breweries, all while contributing to the preservation of wildlife and the planet we all share. 

It’s a familiar story: flames rage through Southern California landscapes. Do these burns benefit ecosystems, or do they damage habitats and reduce biodiversity?