The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is home to more than 10,000 animals representing more than 600 species worldwide.
Of these species, more than 34 are endangered and 11 are threatened, according to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Services. For more than 95 years, the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has evolved to be a cornerstone of the community and a destination inspiring the appreciation and conservation of many of the earth's most amazing animals.
Our History
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has connected people to amazing wildlife from around the world since our founding in 1927. From the celebrated birth of Colo the gorilla to the emergence of "Jungle" Jack Hanna on the national stage, our history is built on defining moments.
