Support a Species
Help us build and maintain a healthy Zoo.
Donate NowTHE RAINFOREST CLOSED MARCH 19
The RainForest at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo will be closed on Tuesday, March 19 for utility work. The building will reopen for regular hours on Wednesday, March 20.
Support a Species is a philanthropic program to build and maintain a healthy Zoo. Animal and veterinary care continues all year with wonderful support from donors like you!
Throughout the year we will feature different species at Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. You will have the opportunity to learn more about the health and well-being of these animals and how your support can impact the wonderful animal care here at the Zoo.
All donation amounts are accepted, and everyone will receive a PDF fact sheet and fillable certificate attached to their confirmation email.
Special thanks to local partners Wild Republic and Peppermint Narwhal for donating featured plush and exclusive pin.
Tree kangaroo research results
Science-driven adjustments to husbandry practices in AZA zoos have showed a positive effect on tree kangaroos.
Looking at animals (at the population level)
A veterinary epidemiologist is a vet who focuses on the health of animal populations.