Birmingham Zoo To Raise Funds For Australia Wild Fire Relief

BIRMINGHAM, AL — Wildfires ravaged Australia in January, burning more than 18 million acres across Australia's six states. As the country tries to rebound from the devastation, the Birmingham Zoo is inviting the community to join in helping with the aftermath of the Australian bush fire crisis by visiting the zoo Feb. 14-16.

Paying guests during these days will have funds from their paid admission ticket donated to the Zoo and Aquarium Association, Australasia. Birmingham Zoo will match up to $5,000 from paid admissions this weekend with the goal of donating a total gift of $20,000 to support the wildlife of Australia.

Birmingham Zoo is encouraging anyone wanting to contribute and help in the relief efforts to donate to the ZAA Wildlife Conservation Fund. All funds raised will be used for critical care and long term recovery, restoration and rehabilitation of Australian wildlife.