Today, the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are two of the largest zoos in the world, and Rex the lion lives on in the form of the Rex’s Roar statue that greets visitors at its entrance.

Sharael Kolberg If you want more of the San Diego Zoo, head about 35 miles north to its Safari Park in Escondido. Here, you can view some of Africa's most beloved animals – including lions ...

Fun fact: An adult aardvark may eat up to 50,000 insects in a single evening, according to the zoo. Flashback: A baby ...

The San Diego Zoo and San Diego Zoo Safari Park are accredited botanical gardens. Wendt said the white fur of the pandas was made of everlasting roses, and their black fur was onion seed.

Active-duty military personnel receive complimentary entry, with a valid ID, and do not require a ticket for admission to the Zoo or the Safari Park ... Visit the San Diego Zoo website for ...

Winston, a favorite attraction at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, has died at the age of 52 after suffering multiple health problems, officials said. The park said Winston was euthanized Saturday ...

If you're looking for a more immersive experience, consider visiting the San Diego Zoo Safari Park in Escondido. The zoo's sister park sprawls across nearly 2,000 acres and is home to more than ...