The San Francisco Zoo is warning the public about a scam slithering through social media in what's being called a wild ruse. Some sneaky characters are trying to pull a fast one on animal lovers by offering four tickets to the zoo for under seven bucks. The zoo's officials roared back, claiming the ads were as phony as a three-dollar bill.

The so-called "deal" was purported to celebrate the zoo's centennial, baiting users with the bargain price of $6.95. But the real zoo has clawed back, stating, "This offer is a scam and is not coming from the Zoo." They are urging folks to buy their tickets straight from the horse’s mouth – that is, directly from them or through their reputable partners, which include Go City, CityPass, and several others.

In a Facebook post dated February 17th, the San Francisco Zoo outlined the fiasco's details. They listed their established ticketing allies: Tiqets, Get Your Guide, Tickets at Work, AAA, and aRes Travel. The zoo is not monkeying around regarding the safety and security of its guests.

In these scam-savvy times, the zoo also educates the public on email fraud. If you receive a dodgy-looking deal in your inbox, think twice before you click any links. The zoo advises that if an email looks suspicious or if you are doubtful of its authenticity, please refrain from clicking the links and kindly email them at [email protected].