This is the photo submission form for Saint Louis Zoo's Beloved Animals Ofrenda. In observance of Día de los Muertos ("Day of the Dead"), the Saint Louis Zoo invites you to honor the memory of beloved animals by submitting a photo for our Beloved Animals Ofrenda.

An ofrenda is an altar displayed during the traditional Mexican celebration of Día de los Muertos to honor cherished loved ones who have passed away. The Zoo’s Beloved Animals Ofrenda will celebrate the lives of pets, livestock, and beloved animals from both Zoo employees and the larger St. Louis community.

Submission Guidelines
  • Photos must only feature animals that have passed on (no people).
  • One photo per submission.
  • Submissions may include your family's pets, livestock, or other beloved animals.
  • By submitting, you grant the Saint Louis Zoo permission to display your photo publicly as part of the Día de los Muertos celebration. Please note: digital files will be deleted up to 30 days after this observance.
  • Completing the form does not guarantee your photo will be featured; space is limited.
  • If you have any questions about photo guidelines and the ofrenda, email us directly at DEAI@stlzoo.org.

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* 1. Please enter some information about yourself. This information is for this observance only and will not be shared outside of the Saint Louis Zoo.

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* 2. Are you a Saint Louis Zoo employee?

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* 3. Which of the following categories describes your pet or beloved animal?

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* 4. Please enter the name of your pet/beloved animal.

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