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I Love Zoo

Posted February 12, 2020 by Sam Wilber & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

The Importance of Species Survival Plans Valentine’s Day is a great time to celebrate some of your Zoo’s lovebirds! We are happy to have multiple pairs of animals that are important members of… more ›

Last Minute Gift Ideas

Posted December 14, 2018 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo.

Need something affordable, memorable, and fast? If you’re scrambling for a last minute holiday gift, don’t worry Reid Park Zoo has it covered! Here are a few thoughtful presents for everyone on your… more ›

Things to do with Your Family at Reid Park Zoo for the Holidays

Posted November 19, 2018 by Chelsey Wieduwilt & filed under Everyday Zoo.

Tis the Season for Family. With a slight chill in the air, winter makes itself known. Winter also comes with family gatherings during the holidays and what better place is there to have a family… more ›

Experience the Fun at Your Zoo with FREE Daily Activities

Posted October 30, 2018 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Education Happenings, Future of Your Zoo, Conservation, Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Start Planning Your Next Visit! With the temperatures finally cooling down in southern Arizona, we cannot think of a better place to spend the day than at Reid Park Zoo. Beginning November 1,… more ›

Feed Your Wild Side: New Choices From the Zoofari Café

Posted August 1, 2018 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Look at the food, now back to me, now look at the food, now back at me. Would you be surprised if I told you that these scrumptious looking dishes were created right… more ›

Celebrate National Zoo Keeper Week and Get to Know a Keeper!

Posted July 16, 2018 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

As the blistering summer sun rises above the desert horizon and illuminates Reid Park Zoo, Keepers busily make their way around the animal habitats, cleaning and setting out enrichment items for the animals.… more ›

We Can Save Animals from Extinction

Posted April 19, 2018 by Zoo & filed under Conservation, Videos, In the News.

 The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) recently conducted a survey and the results were staggering but hopeful. The survey found: Many Americans (40%) recognize there have been government reductions to conserve… more ›

Reid Park Zoo closing early due to record temps

Posted June 19, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, Animal Updates, In the News.

Reid Park Zoo will close at noon June 19 to June 23 due to extreme high temperatures predicted. Reid Park Zoo’s regular seasonal hours are from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Reid Park… more ›

NEW Poison Dart Frogs!

Posted June 9, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

THE DART FROG EXHIBIT OPENS TO THE PUBLIC 9 A.M. TUESDAY, JUNE 20 IN THE CLC. TUCSON, Arizona – Reid Park Zoo will make you wanna jump, jump over to meet the new… more ›

New COOL Summer Hours!

Posted May 31, 2017 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under In the News, Everyday Zoo.

Summer Hours begin June 1 and continue through September 30 at Reid Park Zoo. The Zoo opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. throughout the summer months. Even cooler: Summer Safari… more ›