Animal Archive - Page 2 of 4 - San Francisco Zoo & Gardens

Often called “living dinosaurs,” the second-heaviest bird in the world stands 6 feet tall and can weigh up to 175 lbs.

Emu

Our male, Boomer, is long-lived, and hatched here in 1980!

Known as one of the largest and most powerful of the owl species with a wingspan that reaches up to 6.5 feet.

These bright yellow parrots are the sole species in their own distinct scientific genus.

As one of the largest and fastest raptors where they are found across the Northern Hemisphere, they are an apex predator with exceptional eyesight.

These jays are expert mimics, live in tight social groups and are known for their vivid colors and their ability to use tools.

This long-lived giant parrot is known for their incredibly loud screeches, helping them communicate across dense forest canopies.

The world’s largest flying parrot has cobalt-blue feathers and yellow lined eyes. They have the mightiest absolute beak force of any flying bird.

A large, distinctive forest-dwelling bird endemic to Madagascar.