Alliance Authors

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Ellie McMillan

Senior Editor for San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance

Ellie connects people with the wonder of wildlife, and inspires them to help make a difference for the planet we all share. Her favorite animals are any species that seems a little strange—though right now, it's mountain lions. 

Articles By Ellie McMillan

Kelechi the cheetah and her cubs
STORIES | Journal

A Coalition of Brothers

Meet the Newest Cheetah Cubs at the Safari Park

woman and child in front of wild holidays sign holding hot chocolates
STORIES | Other

Season of Magic

Join us for Wild Holidays at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park. 

guests with not-so-scary scarecrows at reflections
STORIES | Other

Family-Favorite Fall Fun

Celebrate Autumn Festival with us this October.

skeleton band at the zoo's front street stage
STORIES | Other

All Fun, No Frights

Your Complete Guide to HalGLOWeen 2026

Debra Shier holding Pacific pocket mouse at reintroduction site
STORIES | Conservation

Milestones for a Mighty Mouse

Twenty Years of Stepping Up for Pacific Pocket Mice

cactus scrub at biodiversity reserve
STORIES | Conservation

Rooted in the Land

The Natural Lands Program manages and monitors our own backyard.

Pacific pocket mouse in native habitats
STORIES | Conservation

Super Tiny Superheroes

Nine Pacific pocket mice recently joined a genetic rescue mission. 

young echidna puggle
STORIES | Conservation

Double the Puggle

Discover more about this fascinating first for echidnas in North America. 

River hippos, Amahle in front and Lupe behind
STORIES | Animals

Every Day's a Pool Party

Experience underwater and beachside moments with Funani, Amahle, and Lupe on your next visit to the San Diego Zoo.

2 children dancing at the Zoo's Front Street
STORIES | Other

Rock Into Nighttime Zoo

Enjoy live music, entertainment, and culinary delights all summer long.