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Zoo Staff Deeply Saddened by Elephant’s Death
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 are usually fatal. Despite the animal care…
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50 Years of Giant Anteaters!
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 animals and squirrel monkeys. This year will…
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We Can Save Animals from Extinction
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 wildlife and protect the environment – and…
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The Largest Reptile in North American is Here!
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 nine-foot reptile while the habitat was under…
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A New Herd Has Moved In!
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 has been domesticated as a dairy goat…
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The Meerkat Mob at Reid Park Zoo has Grown by Three!
Since February of 2017, the mob of meerkats at Reid Park Zoo have been a visitor favorite with their playful nature and endless digging and sunbathing. These charismatic omnivores have entertained zoo guests for countless hours since their arrival. Now…
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Mabu Returns To Reid Park Zoo
After returning to San Diego Zoo Safari Park in 2016 for breeding opportunities with their herd, Mabu, the 13,000-pound bull, returned to Reid Park Zoo on Tuesday, Feb. 20th. He rejoined the Zoo’s herd: Lungile, Semba, Punga, Sundzu, and Nandi.…
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Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Baby Baird’s Tapir
Reid Park Zoo Announces Birth of Baird’s Tapir Reid Park Zoo is happy to announce the birth of another Baird’s tapir! The Zoo’s 15 year-old female Baird’s tapir, Contessa, and 11 year-old male tapir, Tupi, welcomed a male calf on…
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Reid Park Zoo says goodbye to ostrich and white-handed gibbon
Reid Park Zoo is saddened to announce the loss of 47-year-old gibbon, Moms, and 4-year-old female ostrich. Moms was euthanized July 8 due to age-related health issues. Moms was one of the oldest gibbons in the United States. “The Zoo is committed to…
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A letter from Zoo Director Jason Jacobs
Dart frogs are an important addition to Reid Park Zoo. Every animal we house has a story to tell and sometimes small animals tell big stories. Dart frogs and other amphibians tell the story of warning coloration, the beauty of…
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