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12 Days of Giving

Posted December 10, 2019 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under In the News.

‘Tis the season of giving, and Reid Park Zoo is here to help you spread the holiday cheer. Read up on our tips for sustainable gift-giving and check back every day now through… more ›

Bella the Jaguar is New at Reid Park Zoo

Posted November 25, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News, Animal Updates.

Tucson has a very special new resident: Bella the jaguar has arrived at Reid Park Zoo. She is a 10-year-old cat with an intense stare and a caramel-tan coat featuring black rosettes. “Bella… more ›

Species Survival Plans Save Animal Populations, One Dove at a Time

Posted October 21, 2019 by Maeghan Fasciola & filed under In the News, Conservation.

So, what’s a studbook keeper? You may have noticed Reid Park Zoo talks about “Species Survival Plans” or “SSPs” quite a bit — but what are Species Survival Plans and who is in… more ›

An Update on Elinor

Posted September 30, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News.

Earlier this month, Reid Park Zoo was deeply saddened by the loss of Elinor, the 20-year-old reticulated giraffe. Elinor passed away on Labor Day, and has been dearly missed by Zoo staff, volunteers,… more ›

Reid Park Zoo Named Best Children’s Activity Center

Posted September 16, 2019 by Reid Park Zoo & filed under In the News, Future of Your Zoo.

Reid Park Zoo was just named 2019’s Best Children’s Activity Center by Arizona Daily Star readers! Our mission is to create inspiring memories for all by connecting people and animals to ensure the… more ›

Reid Park Zoo Community Demonstrates Commitment to Conservation

Posted July 19, 2019 by Maeghan Fasciola & filed under In the News, Conservation.

Thank you to everyone that has joined in July’s Plastic Free EcoChallenge! Out of the 741 different teams that have signed up and are participating in the challenge, the Reid Park Zoo is… more ›

Join Reid Park Zoo for the Plastic Free EcoChallenge This July

Posted June 8, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News, Conservation.

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… more ›

Getting to Know Each Other: Oja and Worf

Posted May 15, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News, Animal Updates.

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… more ›

Reid Park Zoo Welcomes Two Grevy’s Zebras

Posted May 3, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News, Animal Updates.

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… more ›

This Earth Day, Make a Difference for Wild Tigers

Posted April 22, 2019 by Chelo Grubb & filed under In the News.

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… more ›

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