African leopard
Doctor performing ultrasound on Asian elephant

For Dr. Priya Bapodra-Villaverde, she always knew. 

One day, she'd work with animals. 

And now, she's known around the world for her expertise and compassion. 

Hear Her Story

The Columbus Zoo is only a world-class institution because of the generous support of our members, donors, guests & community.

Your partnership helps shape the future of the Zoo, guarantees a fun and welcoming environment for our guests, and ensures our animals receive top-quality care. Make a difference today with a donation that makes real impact you can see (and hear!) on your Zoo.

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