Zoophoria!

The Story of the Modern Conservation Zoological Park as Told by its Leaders

"As a past interviewee for Zoophoria, I believe it to be a very valuable and factual documentation of the passion and commitment of the many fine people that are involved in zoo-based conservation. Over the past 20-30 years, accredited zoological parks have undergone a transformation from historical menageries to active participants in the global conservation community. Zoophoria is a great testimonial to this conservation revolution."

Rick Barongi

Former Director, Houston Zoo

The Evolution Into a Modern Zoo: A Conversation with Larry Sorel, Director of the Seneca Park Zoo

Opened in 1894, the Seneca Park Zoo is located in Rochester's Seneca Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted. For the last twenty years, the zoo has been directed by Larry Sorel. His immense animal knowledge, leadership and cooperation with Monroe County and the Seneca Park Zoological Society has allowed the zoo to flourish and grow. Currently, the zoo is undergoing a major expansion and renovation that will bring species like giraffes, zebras, gorillas and red pandas to the

A Great City Has a Great Zoo: A Conversation with Phil Frost, Director of the Baton Rouge Zoo

Having served as a director since 1981, Phil Frost is one of the longest serving directors in the American Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Since 1998, he has served as director of BREC’s Baton Rouge Zoo. Currently, the Zoo is exploring a possible relocation. The goal is to find a more centrally located piece of land to main interstates and roadways, thereby opening it up to more tourist & local visitation, additional corporate support – all in an effort to become a world-c

Moving Forward: A Conversation with Marcy Dean, Director of the Potawatomi Zoo

The Potawatomi Zoo is a 23-acre zoo in South Bend, Indiana and it has never had a more promising future than it does now. It was privatized in 2014 when the City of South Bend and the Zoological Society formed a public/private partnership. Since then Director Marcy Dean has not looked back. The Potawatomi Zoo has begun an ambitious master plan and fundraising campaign which has already resulted in bringing okapi to the zoo. Marcy Dean clearly believes in the zoo and is determ

New England's Finest Zoo: A Conversation with Jeremy Goodman, Director of the Roger Williams Par

The Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence has long been considered by many to be the best zoo in New England. Set on 42 acres in a beautiful park, it is one of the oldest zoos in the nation. Now it is a very nice medium-sized zoo featuring African elephants, giraffes, moon bears, snow leopards, harbor seals, bison, zebras, cheetahs, Komodo dragons, red pandas, takin and a variety of other popular animals. The zoo is especially known for its immense work with conservation of N

Building a Great Zoo for People and Animals: Conversation with Jason Jacobs, Director of Reid Park Z

The Reid Park Zoo is one of the best medium sized zoos in the nation. Located on 24 lush acres in sunny Tucson, Arizona, its crown jewel is Expedition Tanzania, one of the best habitats for African elephants at any zoo. A familial herd roams four acres that brilliantly recreate the savannas and watering holes of Africa and several interpretive and educational features help visitors learn about these pachyderms and the need for their conservation. The zoo also has white rhinos