Behind the scenes at the St. Louis Zoo

Zoological Manager/Pinnipeds Kyle Ulmer jumps in to the water to vacuum up waste to ensure a healthy habitat for the sea lions and harbor seals at Sea Lion Sound on Tuesday, Sept. Penguins exit the elevator ahead of Zoological Manager of Birds Marija Elden as they prepare for a private human tour on Wednesday, September, 23, 2026, at the St. Zoological Manager of Birds Marija Elden leads penguins to the elevator as they prepare for a private human tour on Wednesday, September, 23, 2026, at the St.