Exciting improvements are coming to Reid Park Zoo for the animals and for our guests, thanks to our community’s support! When Tucson’s voters passed Propositions 202 and 203 in November 2017, you gave… more ›
Take Action on Plastic Pollution! For most of us living in the Sonoran Desert, the ocean may not always be on our minds, but did you know that our everyday actions affect the… more ›
Reid Park Zoo staff are saddened to report beloved 11-year-old male elephant, Punga, died unexpectedly yesterday due to a double mesenteric root torsion, or twisted gut. Symptoms of this condition occur suddenly and… more ›
In 1968, Reid Park Zoo introduced the Tucson community to its first pair of giant anteaters. These new animals were a big change from the Zoo’s previous collection of birds, prairie dogs, farm… more ›
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 ›
Worf, Reid Park Zoo’s male Andean bear, has been a visitor favorite for years. He often rolls and plays in the pink primrose flowers in his habitat or wades in his pool… more ›
AMERICAN ALLIGATOR LYING IN THE WAIT The largest reptile in North America, the American alligator, can now be seen at Reid Park Zoo. Zoo guests have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of this… more ›
Arizona Gives Day Returns! On April 3rd, Arizona Gives Day will help raise awareness about Arizona nonprofits and the critical role they play in our communities and state. This event will inspire people to… more ›
Originally thought to be globally extinct, the Black-footed ferret is one of the most endangered mammals in North America. Today, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), estimates there are approximately 300… more ›
On Monday, March 26, Reid Park Zoo became home to seven new residents, three female and four male, four-month-old Nigerian dwarf goats. The Nigerian dwarf is a miniature goat from West Africa. It… more ›