Wish List

Support the critical care, community, and conservation work that takes place at your free zoo every day.

A symbol of freedom and hope, bald eagles range from 2 to 3 feet in height and boast a wingspan measuring between 7 and 8 feet. In addition to eating fish, these imposing birds prey on small mammals and other birds, such as quail. Provide a gourmet meal of fresh quail for bald eagle Ethan!

July 14 is World Chimpanzee Day and Lincoln Park Zoo is thrilled to celebrate. Whether it’s through conservation efforts in the Goualougo Triangle or efforts to improve the welfare of the 1000+ chimpanzees living in the U.S., scientists at Lincoln Park Zoo are committed to helping these intelligent primates across the globe. Show your support of the chimp troops at Lincoln Park Zoo by buying a share of their favorite produce and chow today!

In honor of World Snake Day on July 16, provide the serpents at the zoo with a buggy bite they’re sure to love. Each week, keepers distribute over 50,000 insects to the resident snakes and insectivores at Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House. The eastern massasauga rattlesnake, for example, enjoys insects as an excellent source of sustainable protein. Celebrate the snakes with some irresistible insects!

Did you know that Chilean flamingos get their distinct pink plumage from their diet? The signature pink coloration is a result of consuming krill, which are small, shrimp-like crustaceans that contain beta-carotene. Don’t be “shellfish”—purchase some krill for the flock today.

This month we celebrate eastern black rhino Kapuki’s birthday. As part of her care, keepers give Kapuki an omega-3 fatty acid supplement that benefits her overall health and wellbeing. Share this nutritious gift with Kapuki to celebrate!

On July 25, Lincoln Park Zoo celebrates one of its tallest residents! Finely the giraffe will be 8 years old. Help him and his companion, Rae, celebrate with their tried-and-true favorite: hay!

On July 6, red panda Xiaobo will turn 6! Add a level of fun to his celebration with a new honeycomb feeder, which has holes that encourage him to use his problem-solving skills to reach treats inside. Wish Xiaobo a happy birthday with a new feeder!

This Independence Day, the birds at McCormick Bird House could use some star-spangled summer snacks! Some species, like the fairy bluebird and Nicobar pigeon, love to dine on fresh fruits, so send some love this way and provide our feathered friends with a feast of blueberries!

Celebrate western lowland gorilla Amare’s big day on July 26 with items for old-fashioned, heavy-duty play, such as a bobbin-shaped toy made with durable plastic. It moves unpredictably as it wobbles around, allowing members of the bachelor troop to toss or push it across their habitat. Treat Amare to some tougher-than-tough enrichment for his birthday!

At Lincoln Park Zoo, the Horticulture team works hard to make sure the gardens and trees on grounds are flourishing year-round. But their work doesn’t stop there. They partner with the Animal Care team to select and tend to the live plants throughout the animal habitats as well. During the summer, the Horticulture team will place trees in spaces like the white-cheeked gibbon habitat to create shade for the animals. Keep the animals cool this summer with some shady plants!

Ribs may be a summer barbecue staple, but at Lincoln Park Zoo, ribs serve as enrichment to support oral health for the dwarf mongooses! Fork over some hearty ribs for a chewy chow time!

Crickets are a food staple for many of the animals who reside at Lincoln Park Zoo—particularly the residents of Regenstein Small Mammal-Reptile House. Before the crickets become dinner, however, the zoo cares for them just like any other animal. The insects receive a complete cricket feed, giving them the nutrition they need to thrive and stay healthy as they prepare to become part of the food chain and nourish other animals. Aid the animals with some cricket feed to keep the food chain moving!

Celebrate summer by providing the goats at the Farm-in-the-Zoo with a new mirror. When the goats encounter a mirror in their habitat, it encourages them to explore and play. Give the goats hours of summer fun with a new mirror.