Check out zoo passes at libraries
Want to feed a parakeet by hand or cringe at a deadly viper without spending a dime?

First Asian elephant born in Australian zoo
SYDNEY - A 265-pound (120-kilogram), big-eared and long-nosed bundle of joy was welcomed in Australia as an important step in helping to save the endangered Asian elephant.

Animals: Wild on the Web!
The crowds at zoos and aquariums prove that humans love observing wild animals. If you don't live near such facilities, you can still get an up-close and personal view of an amazing array of species and habitats by visiting virtual zoos and aquariums.

Visit an Elephant, Contribute to Conservation
Zoos and Aquariums Essential to Species Survival.