Based upon the directive from Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti to limit visitors to 50 at a time at public facilities, the Los Angeles Zoo announced it would close through March 31. Zoo employees will continue to report to work as normal in order to care for the animals and facility, the zoo said.

“At this time, we do not have any indication that this virus is of immediate concern to any of our zoo animals,” the Los Angeles  Zoo said in a statement. “Our animal health experts on staff are in communication with public health officials, along with local and national veterinary networks, to stay up to date on animals in human care and any potential risks.”

The Los Angeles Zoo is located at 5333 Zoo Drive. For information, call (323)644-4200, or visit lazoo.org/covid-19.