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New Monkeys Swing into Reid Park Zoo
Reid Park Zoo is now home to a playful new primate species. A troop of three Schmidt’s red-tailed monkeys named Alan, Charlie, and Ziggy can now be seen at a habitat located next to the Zoo’s Conservation Learning Center. The…
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City of Tucson Recognizes Reid Park Zoo for Excellence in Composting
Reid Park Zoo was recognized at the City of Tucson Mayor and Council meeting on Tuesday, April 21, for its efforts in “outstanding participation in composting” through the City’s Food Cycle program operated by Environmental Services in partnership with University…
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And the Giraffe Calf’s Name Is…
The reticulated giraffe calf born at Tucson’s Reid Park Zoo has been lovingly dubbed “Ndizi” in a community poll that received more than 9,000 votes.
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Giraffe Calf Born at Reid Park Zoo
Reid Park Zoo is welcoming a significant new addition. Penelope, one of Zoo’s adult female reticulated giraffes, gave birth to a calf on Monday afternoon.
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LEGO® Community Fun
Can’t get enough LEGO®? After you’ve seen the large-scale sculptures in the Nature Pop! exhibit at the Zoo, check out local LEGO® fun from our incredible community partners.
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Making Accommodations for Elderly Bearded Dragons
Our elderly bearded dragons, Spyro, Toothless, and Melbourne, are retiring from the classroom and Ambassador Animal status. Guests will still be able to visit their habitat in the Conservation Learning Center while the bearded dragons enter their next stage of…
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Reid Park Zoo Rallying Support for Endangered Species Act
Reid Park Zoo Rallying Support for Endangered Species Act Reid Park Zoo is joining other conservation organizations to rally support for the Endangered Species Act. The federal government is considering four changes to the Endangered Species Act that would weaken…
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Reid Park Zoo honored with Green Award by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums
The Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) announced that Reid Park Zoo has received Significant Achievement for the 2025 Green Award. Out of the 110 applicants across all award categories, Reid Park Zoo was recognized for its dedication and efforts…
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Help Us Protect Wild Animals
Take action alongside Reid Park Zoo, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Wildlife Trafficking Alliance, and Tucson International Airport to reduce the demand for illegal wildlife products.
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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).
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