In the News

  • Asian Small Clawed Otters Now Swimming at Reid Park Zoo

    Asian Small Clawed Otters Now Swimming at Reid Park Zoo

    Reid Park Zoo is excited to announce the addition of two Asian small-clawed otters. Berani (male, age 3) and Little Frei (female, age 7).

  • Reid Park Zoo Receives Prestigious Accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

    Reid Park Zoo Receives Prestigious Accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums

    We are proud to announce that Reid Park Zoo has once again earned accreditation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. This prestigious recognition is the gold standard in the zoo world.

  • Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Msituni the Giraffe

    Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Msituni the Giraffe

    Reid Park Zoo is excited to welcome Msituni (pronounced see-TOO-nee), a new adult female reticulated giraffe to its group of giraffes, known as a tower.

  • Happy Holidays and the Latest Developments from Reid Park Zoo

    Happy Holidays and the Latest Developments from Reid Park Zoo

    Happy Holidays from all of us at Reid Park Zoo! We hope you are enjoying this peaceful season with your loved ones. ZooLights continues at the Zoo most evenings through January 5, shining brighter than ever before. We enjoy seeing…

  • 2024 Holiday Giving Guide

    2024 Holiday Giving Guide

    Looking for the perfect gift for everyone on your list? Whether you’re searching for a meaningful present for the wildlife enthusiast in your life or a unique stocking stuffer for the kids, Reid Park Zoo has you covered. From symbolically…

  • 12 Days of Animal Intros

    12 Days of Animal Intros

    There are some new faces around the Zoo! Welcome to the 12 Days of Animal Intros, where we’ll be talking about recent additions to the Zoo. Amazon Milk Frogs These colorful frogs can be found in the Conservation Learning Center…

  • Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Tsavo the African Elephant 

    Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Tsavo the African Elephant 

    Tsavo is a 16-year-old male elephant known for his bold personality.

  • ZOOcson Silent Auction: Open Until Sunday at 5 p.m.

    ZOOcson Silent Auction: Open Until Sunday at 5 p.m.

    The ZOOcson online auction is live! Check out over 300+ items such as one-of-a-kind themed baskets, fine jewelry, handcrafted homeware, and original artwork from animals around the Zoo. Bidding is open from today until Sunday, October 6 at 5 p.m.…

  • Zoo Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Zoo Hours: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

    Have you ‘herd’? Reid Park Zoo‘s annual seasonal hour change is upon us.

  • Meru Has Entered the Pool

    Meru Has Entered the Pool

    Post-swim, she and her sisters added a fresh layer of dust to coat their skin which acts like sunscreen.