TOLEDO, Ohio, Sept. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toledo Zoo will celebrate its 125th anniversary with a landmark three-day international symposium Oct. 21-23, bringing together leading conservationists, scientists and educators from around the globe. The event will showcase the Zoo's century-long impact on wildlife conservation and its ongoing commitment to inspiring communities and protecting species worldwide.
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