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FVJ River's Edge Opening — Santa Ana Zoo <br /> Opened in December 2025, River's Edge a. M <br /> ti <br /> at the Santa Ana Zoo represents a major <br /> transformation of the former Amazon's ' <br /> Edge exhibit into a modern, immersive ;- <br /> habitat for otters and primates. Years in <br /> the making and completed following �r <br /> pandemic-related delays, this signature f4L <br /> capital improvement project reflects the <br /> City's long-term commitment to animal <br /> welfare, conservation education, and <br /> elevating visitor experience. »Above: Picture of the Santa Ana Zoo River's Edge <br /> Entrance. <br /> The project includes significant infrastructure upgrades, elevated primate pathways that <br /> promote natural movement and enrichment, and thoughtfully designed indoor—outdoor <br /> habitats supported by a state-of-the-art water filtration system to ensure optimal water <br /> quality and animal health. These enhancements not only provide animals with <br /> environments that better support their physical and behavioral needs, but also strengthen <br /> the Zoo's capacity to meet and exceed professional standards for modern zoological care. <br /> Designed with animal wellbeing and conservation at the forefront, River's Edge introduces <br /> immersive guest experiences such as underwater otter viewing, dynamic interpretive <br /> graphics, and educational storytelling connecting <br /> visitors to local and global conservation efforts. <br /> The exhibit creates meaningful opportunities for <br /> learning, empathy-building, and stewardship, in <br /> an ethical, environmentally-responsible, and <br /> intimate setting. <br /> The opening of River's Edge marks a significant <br /> milestone following the Santa Ana Zoo's recent <br /> achievement of Association of Zoos and <br /> E Aquariums (AZA) accreditation in 2025. This <br /> transformative habitat directly supports the Zoo's <br /> continued compliance with rigorous AZA <br /> standards related to animal care, habitat quality, <br /> safety, and conservation programming. A multi- <br /> exhibit upgrade, River's Edge represents the <br /> City's long-term investment in the Zoo's future, <br /> positioning Santa Ana Zoo for sustained <br /> excellence, expanded conservation impact, and <br /> »Above: Picture of a Monkey at the Santa Ana enhanced community pride for years to come. <br /> Zoo. <br /> 22 <br /> City Council 10 — 30 3/3/2026 <br />