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  • Join Reid Park Zoo for the Plastic Free EcoChallenge This July

    Join Reid Park Zoo for the Plastic Free EcoChallenge This July

      As a conservation organization, Reid Park Zoo is keenly aware of the impact humans are having on wildlife every day. That’s why we are so excited to invite our community to participate in the Plastic Free EcoChallenge this July!…

  • Getting to Know Each Other: Oja and Worf

    Getting to Know Each Other: Oja and Worf

    Oja and Worf, the Zoo’s two Andean bears are now visible in habitat together. However, in terms of getting to know each other, the bears have been taking it slow.   Oja came from Zurich Zoo in Switzerland this last…

  • Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Two Grevy’s Zebras

    Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Two Grevy’s Zebras

    Say “Hello” to Benjamin! This last week has been a flurry of stripes at Reid Park Zoo! The animal care team gave Tuari, our 9-year-old male Grey’s zebra a full physical, complete with a dental check and hoof trim. After…

  • This Earth Day, Make a Difference for Wild Tigers

    This Earth Day, Make a Difference for Wild Tigers

    Happy Earth Day! This year, you can make a difference for our planet by committing to use products made with sustainable palm oil. Did you know more than 50% of the products in the grocery store are made using palm…

  • The Temple of Tiny Monkeys is Now Open

    The Temple of Tiny Monkeys is Now Open

    It’s Time to Meet the Monkeys! Join us this weekend and meet the squirrel monkey troop! Glitter, Sparkles, Dazzle and Parker have moved into their new home, the Temple of Tiny Monkeys. “For such tiny animals, they have huge personalities,” Animal Care Supervisor Alex…

  • An Elephant Calf Is Due At Reid Park Zoo In 2020

    An Elephant Calf Is Due At Reid Park Zoo In 2020

    The African elephant herd at Reid Park Zoo is growing: Semba is pregnant! Female elephant Semba is 29-years-old, pregnant with her fourth calf, and due to deliver in the Spring of 2020. African Elephants in the Wild The birth of…

  • A New Andean Bear Is Moving Into Reid Park Zoo

    A New Andean Bear Is Moving Into Reid Park Zoo

    Reid Park Zoo welcomes Oja, the Andean bear! Oja was born at the Zurich Zoo as a part of their bear breeding program. She is inquisitive and bold, and her favorite foods are peanuts, raisins and strawberries. Oja’s fifth birthday…

  • Zoo to Offer Free Admission for Federal Employees

    Zoo to Offer Free Admission for Federal Employees

                      Reid Park Zoo is happy give federal employees a chance to enjoy some quality time with family during this difficult time. The Zoo will offer free day-time admission to federal employees,…

  • Show Your Valentine You’re Wild at Heart!

    Show Your Valentine You’re Wild at Heart!

    This Valentine’s Day, show someone special how much you care. Adopt an Animal in their name and show them they hold a “beary” special place in your heart. From now until Valentine’s Day, use code LOVEZOO19 to receive $20 off…

  • Squirrel Monkeys Have Arrived

    Squirrel Monkeys Have Arrived

    The troop is settling in at the Animal Health Center at Reid Park Zoo. Guests swill soon be able to experience the energy of tiny, adorable squirrel monkeys at Reid Park Zoo! Three female squirrel monkeys and one male has…