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When Dr. Priya Bapodra-Villaverde was growing up, she was captivated by the natural world. Elephants, especially, held a special place in her heart – not only for their intelligence and deep family bonds, but also because of their cultural significance. Ganesha, the elephant-headed god known for removing obstacles, was her favorite Hindu deity. That connection, passed down through her family, helped shape the compassionate values that guide her today.

Every time Dr. Priya travels to an elephant range country, she adds an eleplant charm to a necklace she

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Mud Devil, Allegheny Alligator, Water Dog, Walking Catfish, Old Lasagna Sides, Snot Otter … or whatever you want to call them!

Eastern hellbender salamanders are North America’s largest amphibian that live entirely in water and hide under submerged rocks in Ohio’s pristine streams. These incredible species, which are both prehistoric and mysterious are in serious need of our support, as their populations have been driven to the brink of extinction in Ohio and neighboring states. Gregg Lipps, Conservation Biologist, discusses the important role that both the Columbus Zoo

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Get ready for a merry-not-scary Halloween tradition at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium. Join your favorite Boo at the Zoo Character Ambassadors for a frightfully delightful event packed with spirited fun for the whole family.

Put on your best costume and explore Adventure Cove, transformed into a Spooktacular Halloween celebration filled with festive activities, friendly characters, and plenty of photo-worthy moments.

Event Dates:
October 10 – 12
October 17 – 19
October 24 – 26

Event Hours:
Fridays: 5 PM – 8 PM
Saturdays: 10 AM – 8