Zoo Blog

Arizona Gives Day is April 7

Posted April 3, 2020 by Chelo Grubb & filed under Everyday Zoo, Videos.

Every year, Arizona comes together on the first Tuesday of April to give back as a community on Arizona Gives Day. This incredible tradition means more than ever this year. While the Zoo… more ›

We Can Save Animals from Extinction

Posted April 19, 2018 by Zoo & filed under In the News, Videos, Conservation.

 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… more ›

Think BIG on Arizona Gives Day!

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

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 ›

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

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

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 ›

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 ›

There is no place like Home for the Holidays

Posted December 23, 2016 by Maria Sainz & filed under In the News, Animal Updates, Videos.

We are so excited to announce the long-awaited gibbon habitat and trails is opening Wednesday, December 28! Take a sneak peek today with Zoo Administrator Jason Jacobs inside the new habitat and trails.

Reid Park Zoo pioneers cutting edge Jaguar medicine

Posted December 13, 2016 by Zoo & filed under In the News, Animal Updates, Videos.

TUCSON, Arizona – Nikita and her sister love playing and exploring new things at Reid Park Zoo – and the animal care staff love improving her quality of life. Nikita and her sister,… more ›

Shombay gets special care at Reid Park Zoo

Posted December 2, 2016 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under In the News, Animal Updates, Videos.

The animals, as the old cliché goes, are running Reid Park Zoo. Around the clock, staff at Reid Park Zoo are busy caring for animals from around the globe. It’s a story that… more ›

Last Sunday for Nature Play!

Posted November 25, 2016 by Zoo & filed under In the News, Education Happenings, Videos.

Engage with nature at the free-play area set up near the Conservation Learning Center. We can’t wait to have kids come play and dig and build and splash and more! Sand pits, water… more ›

Nandi’s 2nd Birthday Party

Posted August 24, 2016 by Jennifer Stoddard & filed under Everyday Zoo, Videos.

Watch young elephant Nandi enjoy some presents at her 2nd birthday party, held at the Zoo on August 20, 2016! Nandi’s birth in 2014 was incredibly exciting–she was the very first elephant calf… more ›