The community is invited to kick off Old Spanish Days with the annual DIGS celebration, Thursday, July 31 at the Santa Barbara Zoo. Co-hosted by the Santa ...

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Summer in Santa Barbara means golden light, ocean breezes, and the irresistible urge to be outdoors. Whether you’re planning ...

(March 12, 2025) Santa Barbara, CA – The Santa Barbara Zoo is pleased to announce the appointment of Jim Jackson as the new Chair, and welcomes Ozlem Arconian, Hillary Courtemanche, Rhonda Ledson ...

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SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Santa Barbara Zoo named Charles Hopper its next president and CEO. Below is a press release on the announcement: The Santa Barbara Zoo has announced Charles Hopper as ...

The Santa Barbara Zoo has announced that its new president and CEO has been selected following a comprehensive nationwide search.

The Santa Barbara Zoo’s new conservation hub is home to immersive experiences, combining hands-on education with entertainment. The zoo celebrated ...

SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – The Santa Barbara Zoo welcomed three new Humboldt penguin chicks to its animal family on Friday. Below is a press release on the newest creatures at the Santa Barbara ...

The Santa Barbara Zoo said Masai giraffe Adia gave birth to a female calf earlier this month.

In Santa Barbara, the siblings have joined Poppy, a 4-year-old capybara. Zoo staffers are letting Poppy and the newcomers get acquainted slowly as capybaras can be protective of their home turf.