Zoo Blog

Reid Park Zoological Society Receives TEP Grant

Posted September 15, 2016 & filed under In the News.

Reid Park Zoological Society is proud to be a recipient of a Tucson Electric Power Environmental Protection and Sustainability Grant. This grant will will help fund a solar photovoltaic system for Reid Park Zoo’s new… more ›

Nandi’s Birthday Photos

Posted August 25, 2015 & filed under In the News.

Nandi was lucky enough to have TWO 1st birthday parties in her honor. Guests sang “Happy Birthday,” signed birthday cards, and made elephant ear headbands. Meanwhile, Nandi opened her gifts and played with… more ›

The Millions for Tucson Ford Mustang Raffle

Posted January 28, 2015 & filed under In the News.

The Jim Click Automotive Team is presenting a new 2015 Ford Mustang, 50th Anniversary Edition to the Tucson community…to be used as the featured prize in their ongoing effort to raise millions of dollars… more ›

Introducing Nandi!

Posted September 25, 2014 & filed under Animal Updates, In the News.

The entire community was invited to participate in a naming poll to choose the name for the new baby elephant, and we’re pleased to announce the winning name: Nandi (Nahn-dee), which is a common… more ›

Go to The Melting Pot, Support the Zoo!

Posted September 5, 2014 & filed under In the News.

In celebration of their grand re-opening, The Melting Pot in Tucson will be supporting Reid Park Zoo by donating $5 from every Four Course Experience purchased to the Reid Park Zoological Society now… more ›

Reid Park Zoo Receives Accreditation

Posted April 15, 2014 & filed under In the News.

Reid Park Zoo is proud to announce that it was recently granted renewed accreditation by the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA). Reid Park Zoo underwent a thorough review and inspection in January,… more ›

Betty White at Reid Park Zoo!

Posted March 5, 2014 & filed under In the News, Special Events.

Betty White, a lifelong animal lover and zoo advocate, paid a visit to Reid Park Zoo recently. Her quiet visit was spent behind-the-scenes interacting with Zoo staff and, of course, the animals! Thank… more ›

Request for Qualifications

Posted March 3, 2014 & filed under In the News.

Reid Park Zoological Society has issued a Request for Qualifications for professional architectural and engineering services for an Animal Health Center for Reid Park Zoo. The RFQ may be downloaded here: Health Center… more ›

Information About Ruby Star Ranch

Posted January 10, 2014 & filed under In the News.

Reid Park Zoological Society is a 501(c)(3) organization whose mission is to support, advocate for and enhance the value of Reid Park Zoo for the community. Reid Park Zoo is owned and operated… more ›

Free Day at the Zoo 11-15-14

Posted November 8, 2013 & filed under In the News.

Saturday, November 15 is the Tucson Family Festival in the Park!  In addition to games, crafts, and activities for all ages in ReidPark, the Zoo will be FREE all day (from 9am-4pm).  We… more ›