Big Cat Habitat Conservation and Education Center is now home to a new animal resident, a female cheetah named Zuri, as part of its new conservation program whose goal is to help protect vulnerable species. Zuri is the Habitat’s first cheetah. Known for their incredible speed and striking appearance, "Cheetahs are facing numerous threats in the wild, including habitat loss and poaching," said Clayton Rosaire, COO of Big Cat Habitat. By welcoming animals like Zuri, the goal is to raise awareness about
On May 16, Sarasota Jungle Gardens commemorated its 85th anniversary and the Siesta Key Chamber of Commerce was a big part of the celebratory event. Chamber staff, volunteers, ambassadors, and members showed up to experience one of Sarasota’s favorite attractions. The festivities began with breakfast and the opportunity to interact and take pictures with some of the exotic animals from the Gardens' collection. The experience highlighted the wonder and beauty of nature, a mission that Sarasota Jungle