The San Antonio Zoo is celebrating World Giraffe Day by showcasing the unique beauty of giraffes and raising awareness about the need for conservation efforts to protect them. The zoo is currently expanding its Savanna Habitat for its giraffes, with construction underway to create a 126% larger space. Cyle Perez, director of public relations & integrated marketing at the zoo, emphasized that the funds generated from ticket sales support conservation work for giraffes and other animals around the world.
To further engage the local community, the zoo is hosting Local’s Day on Friday, offering discounted admission tickets for Bexar County residents at $8. This initiative encourages residents to come and experience the beauty of giraffes while supporting conservation efforts. Visitors can take advantage of this special offer to explore the expanded Savanna Habitat and learn about the zoo’s commitment to protecting these majestic creatures.
The Savanna Habitat expansion is slated to be completed by the end of August, providing a larger space for the giraffes and allowing for the growth of their breeding program. The enhanced facility will be able to accommodate up to six giraffes in the new barn. In addition to the physical improvements, the zoo also offers educational activities for visitors to learn more about their conservation projects.
The San Antonio Zoo’s commitment to protecting giraffes extends beyond its expanded habitat. Through its partnership with organizations such as Save the Giants, a non-profit organization focused on preserving giraffe populations in Africa,
