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Read stories about our conservation efforts and how we take care of the animals at WOW. Our professional animal team is made up of a variety of animal care specialists, veterinary specialists and life systems experts. Each day, the team ensures each fish, reptile, bird, amphibian and mammal receives the best care, nutrition and environmental enrichment. This is our top priority and key in furthering our conservation message.

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Wonders of Wildlife Stories

Celebrating Women: Their Notable Impact on Fishing & Conservation

By Emily Little | March 8, 2024

Did you know there are 145 inductees in the International Game Fish Association (IGFA) Fishing Hall of Fame and 16 of them are women? Additionally, there are a total of…

Wonders of Wildlife’s Sea Turtle Center again hosts endangered sea turtles in life-saving rehabilitation efforts

By Emily Little | February 6, 2024

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. — Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium (WOW) welcomed its fourth group of critically ill loggerhead sea turtles, in addition to its first group of green and…

Wonders of Wildlife partners with fellow 
AZA-accredited facilities in nationwide 
sea turtle rehabilitation effort

By Evan Piper | May 4, 2023

More than 500 cold-stunned sea turtles were flown to 12 AZA facilities across the country for critical care and rehabilitation this year. SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – As part of a nationwide commitment to…

It’s Official! Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife Vote “America’s Best Aquarium for an unprecedented fifth time!

By Evan Piper | March 17, 2023

SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – Located within the beautiful Ozark region of the central United States, Johnny Morris’ not-for-profit Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium  is the largest and most important conservation…

Cast Your Vote for Conservation

By Evan Piper | February 17, 2023

Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife again nominated for America’s Best Aquarium by USA TODAY Springfield, Mo. – Johnny Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium (WOW) in Springfield, Missouri, has once…

Turtle Check Ups!

By Evan Piper | January 30, 2023

On January 18th, Wonders of Wildlife’s ten loggerhead sea turtle rescues underwent medical exams. These exams included a physical, blood work and x-rays conducted by our aquatic holding biologists and vet staff.…

Wonders of Wildlife rings in the new year with sea turtle rescue

By Evan Piper | January 3, 2023

Wonders of Wildlife rings in the new year with sea turtle rescue…

The Process of Senescence in Giant Pacific Octopuses

By Jared English | May 31, 2022

Giant Pacific Octopuses are highly advanced creatures with impressive intelligence and countless adaptations. Although their larger size sets them apart from other species, these multi-armed marine mollusks share a common…

Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium nominated again for “America’s Best Aquarium” honor by USA Today

By Evan Piper | April 29, 2022

Fans encouraged to vote online daily to advance conservation now through May 23 Springfield, Mo. –For the fourth year, Morris’ Wonders of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium in Springfield, Missouri, has…

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Wonders of Wildlife is happy to announce the opening of a new exhibit in partnership with the American Museum of Fly Fishing.

By Evan Piper | March 16, 2022

Press release about the event honoring Johnny Morris and the opening of the American Museum of Fly Fishing exhibit at Wonders of Wildlife. American Museum of Fly Fishing honors Johnny…