Happy Birthday, Yebonga! On April 15 Yebonga the southern white rhino celebrated her 48th birthday. White rhinos have a median life expectancy of 31 years, making Yebonga’s milestone birthday extra special! Reid Park… more ›
Happy birthday, meerkats! Our litter of five meerkat pups are now one year old. They are as large as their parents and can be seen digging, foraging, and looking out for the group as… more ›
Happy first birthday, Penzi! Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating over the last few days! This not-so-little elephant has brought incredible joy to our community as she splashes in… more ›
Today, we have so much to celebrate. It is Penzi the African elephant’s first birthday. This not-so-little elephant has brought incredible joy to our community as she splashes in her mud wallow, gobbles… more ›
As part of the ongoing Community Conversation surrounding the Pathway to Asia project, the City of Tucson released a new survey for input on eight concepts regarding Reid Park and the placement of… more ›
The Silent Drive to Survive: Seed Dispersal If you’ve ever wondered how plants manage to reproduce and grow across vast landscapes, it’s time to dive into the wonderful world of seed dispersal. Plants… more ›
March is annually recognized as Write a Will Month to recognize the importance of having your estate plans in order. While no one wants to think about their death, not having plans in… more ›
Happy 1st Birthday to Tucson’s Big Baby, Penzi the African Elephant Calf Penzi was born on April 6, 2020. Her birth inspired hope and joy for many during a difficult time, and people… more ›
Our Animal Care Team Makes Vet Visits Fun! Every animal at Reid Park Zoo receives the highest quality veterinary care available, but providing good care isn’t just about veterinary medicine — understanding and… more ›
Carefully moving 26 flamingos is a big project! The flock moved to their new habitat last week, and we used the opportunity to give each bird their full annual health exam. This coordinated… more ›