Dallas Zoo
Ryanne Ardisana Hanley is a seasoned professional in wildlife education and conservation, currently serving as the Manager of Ambassador Animal Experience at the Dallas Zoo since February 2015. With a diverse background that includes roles as an Assistant Supervisor and Senior Zoologist in the same department, Ryanne specializes in animal husbandry and community outreach. Prior experience includes positions at Plano ISD, where Ryanne worked as a Children's Zoo Specialist and Substitute Teacher, and at the Student Conservation Association as a Wildlife Specialist. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Geology/Earth Science and a Bachelor's degree in Biology from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Ryanne's expertise is further highlighted by research and teaching roles at the university level and various internships, including notable work at the Brookfield Zoo and the John G. Shedd Aquarium.
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Dallas Zoo
Engaging People. Saving Wildlife. Creating a Better World for Animals. The 106-acre Dallas Zoo is the largest zoological experience in Texas, has been accredited continuously by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums since 1985, and is consistently voted one of the top 10 zoos in the nation by USA Today. The Dallas Zoo is dedicated to creating a better world for animals every day. The Zoo welcomes more than one million guests each year to see and learn about its 2,000-plus animals and award-winning naturalistic habitats. The non-profit Dallas Zoo creates educational programs for all ages, donates staff time and raises hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to support its wildlife conservation partners, contributing to vital, species-saving initiatives around the world.