Zoo Blog

New COOL Summer Hours!

Posted May 31, 2017 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Summer Hours begin June 1 and continue through September 30 at Reid Park Zoo. The Zoo opens at 8 a.m. and closes at 3 p.m. throughout the summer months. Even cooler: Summer Safari… more ›

Visit the Zoo and help save tigers for Endangered Species Day 2017!

Posted May 15, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Conservation, Everyday Zoo, Education Happenings, Animal Updates.

Tigers are one of the most recognizable animals in the world. Their beautiful striped coats are the perfect camouflage for the forests and grasslands these big cats call home. Unfortunately these extraordinary animals are… more ›

Zoo Vet Hopes to Inspire Kids Toward Conservation

Posted April 6, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Dr. Alexis Moreno is the primary veterinarian at Reid Park Zoo. She graduated from the University of Arizona with a major in veterinary science and a double minor in chemistry and microbiology. She… more ›

Zoo curator encourages kids to follow dreams

Posted March 28, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Dr. Sue Tygielski is Reid Park Zoo’s newest general curator. Tygielski took on the job about six months ago. “My position really is to help guide the staff that takes care of the animals,”… more ›

Think BIG on Arizona Gives Day!

Posted March 23, 2017 by Zoo & filed under In the News, Zoo Fundraisers, Videos, Special Events.

At Reid Park Zoo, we know what it takes to make BIG ideas a reality and we know big ideas look like YOU. Nothing gets you closer than Reid Park Zoo. As we… more ›

Elephant Wellness Workshop tours Reid Park Zoo today

Posted February 28, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

Reid Park Zoo is touring elephant care staff from around the world as part of an Elephant Wellness Workshop hosted by the Phoenix Zoo. At Reid Park Zoo, workshop participants have an opportunity… more ›

One and two and three and get ready for … FIT FEST!

Posted February 28, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Videos, Special Events, In the News.

TUCSON, Arizona – Try out a variety of fitness formats, get a wellness check, and visit health-related vendors at Reid Park Zoo’s annual Fit Fest. Licensed and certified fitness instructors from all over… more ›

Community supports the mob at Reid Park Zoo

Posted February 22, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, Animal Updates, In the News.

TUCSON, Arizona – There’s a new mob in town – and they’ve made their home at Reid Park Zoo. The Zoo has a new “mob,” or group, of meerkats on exhibit for the… more ›

Get a “kick” out of giraffe soccer

Posted February 21, 2017 by Zoo & filed under Everyday Zoo, In the News.

TUCSON, Arizona – We all love watching the natural behaviors of animals. At Reid Park Zoo, the animal care staff really gets a kick out of taking care of the animals by using… more ›

Groundbreaking for a new Animal Health Center!

Posted January 19, 2017 by Maria Sainz & filed under In the News, Videos.

Continuing to be a great zoo requires a major enhancement in the health care environment for our animals. A new Animal Health Center is the cornerstone of Reid Park Zoo’s future growth.  … more ›