On October 7-8, 14-15 and 20-22 the Detroit Zoo will be open from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., closing early for Zoo Boo. Get your tickets here!

Lifelong Learners

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Virtual Lectures

Enjoy lectures on a variety of topics each month with a Detroit Zoo Educator from the comfort of your own home!

Date Topic
June 1st at 1:00 pm Crashes, Rafts and Prides – Discussions on the dynamics of animals groups and behaviors
July 6th at 1:00 pm Managing Endangered Species and Bringing them Back from Extinction. Ever wonder how species are managed in zoos? We’ll take an in-depth look at species survival plans and look at the innovative “Frozen Zoo” initiative as we attempt to save species from extinction
August 3rd at 1:00 pm Happy Birthday Detroit Zoo! This month the Detroit Zoo celebrates its 95th birthday! We will take a look back on the history of the zoo as well as what the future has in store!
September 7th at 1:00 pm Wolves to Man’s Best Friend… Learn how animals like gray wolves became domesticated overtime
October 5th at 1:00 pm Lessons in the Field- Peru Adopt-A-School and the Detroit Zoological Society’s partnership with CONAPAC  supporting education and conservation in the Peruvian Amazon
November 2nd at 1:00 pm Changing Adaptations for a Changing Climate- In the face of climate change what are species adapted to cold weather such as Polar Bears and Penguins doing to adjust to their changing ecosystems?
December 7th at 1:00 pm We have had a very exciting year at the zoo in 2023! Spend some time learning about all our newest residents

 
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In-Person Tours

These tours will be an intimate experience for guests led by experienced docents. Each tour will focus on a small zoo area so guests can get in-depth knowledge of the features of the habitats and the animals who live there. Spots for this program need to be booked 2 weeks in advance.

 

Day Topic
May 11th, 2023 Free-Flight Aviary, Polk Penguin Conservation Center, North American River Otters & Beavers
June 15th, 2023 Camels, Tigers, Red Pandas, Great Apes of Harambe & Anteaters
September 14th, 2023 Arctic Ring of Life, Australian Outback Adventure, Wolves, Barnyard
October 12th,  2023 Holden Reptile Conservation Center, National Amphibian Conservation Center

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