The Indianapolis Zoo’s global conservation efforts reach far and wide supporting organizations, researchers, and scientists across the world.
to support efforts around the world to save wildlife and wild places that are in danger
Blue-tongued skinks are mostly solitary lizards that live in the dry woodlands and grasslands of Australia. See them in the Deserts exhibit.
the blue-tongued skink uses its unusual blue tongue to stand up for itself when danger
Meerkats live in close-knit groups called mobs which can have up to 40 members. They can be found in the Deserts exhibit.
play in helping the mob survive and thrive, such as standing up as a lookout for danger
The giraffe is the world’s tallest land mammal, allowing them to eat leaves from trees. Giraffes can be seen in the Plains exhibit.
Giraffes are always on watch for danger as they eat.
The elephant is the largest land animals. Come see all our elephants at the Indianapolis Zoo in Plains.
females work together to care for young and lead the group to food and away from danger
