Wildlife

American black bears

Mammals

Species

Mammals

Mammals are a class of warm-blooded, vertebrate animals characterized by having hair or fur, mammary glands for producing milk to nourish their young, and a neocortex region in their brain.

scarlet macaw

Birds

Species

Birds

Birds are warm-blooded vertebrates and the only animals with feathers. Although all birds have wings, a few species can't fly.

Nile crocodile

Reptiles

Species

Reptiles

Reptiles are cold-blooded vertebrates. They have dry skin covered with scales or bony plates and usually lay soft-shelled eggs.

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More Species

Species

More Species

Explore the diverse world of amphibians, fish, and invertebrates at Alexandria Zoo.

zookeeper brushing Brazilian tapir

Animal Care

Animal Care

Animal Care

Alexandria Zoo's Animal Care team provides science-based husbandry and medical care for the health and well-being of our all animals.

flamingo release Zoológico Nacional de Chile

Saving Species

Conservation

Saving Species

Discover Alexandria Zoo's global efforts to save wildlife species through contributions to programs and research.

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Take Action

Conservation

Take Action

Discover simple ways to take action and protect wildlife!