Sssisterly Celebration: Hog Island Boas Turn Thirteen

Some special sister snakes are turning into teens! On July 16, 2025, the Minnesota Zoo is celebrating the 13th birthdays of Hog Island boas Harley Read More

Wednesday, July 16, 2025|Uncategorized|

Moving Mountains: Rescued Pumas Come to the Minnesota Zoo

Eight paws. Thirty-six claws. And a very worthy cause. It’s the mission of the Minnesota Zoo to save wildlife. And thanks to our partnership with Read More


New to the Zoo: River Otter Who Couldn’t Be Cuter

Face it – you need to see who’s new to the Minnesota Zoo this winter. She’s sleek and sweet: Meet Cedar! Cedar is a 10-month-old Read More

Thursday, December 5, 2024|Animal, Medtronic Minnesota Trail, Zoo News|

A Bird of Many Feathers: Hornbill Chick Takes Flight

There’s a colorful new resident on the Tropics Trail – and his feathered wings are possible because of the Minnesota Zoo’s commitment to collaboration. The Read More

Thursday, November 14, 2024|Animal Health, Birds, Tropics Trail|

Zoo Newborn Named for Gold Medal Gymnast

Strong. Acrobatic. Agile. That describes the newest shark swimming at the Minnesota Zoo – and the celebrated local Olympian she is named for. Look who’s new Read More

Monday, November 4, 2024|Aquariums, Conservation, Zoo News|

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    Backyard Birding: How to Learn about Birds and Contribute to Conservation

Backyard Birding: How to Learn about Birds and Contribute to Conservation

If you are looking for a new hobby this fall or hoping to contribute to conservation, get out a pair of binoculars and try out Read More

Wednesday, August 14, 2024|Birds, Citizen Science, Conservation|

Consensus for a Census: One Way to Save Sharks and Rays

Through a program called SAFE – Saving Animals From Extinction – zoos and aquariums come together to support conservation of all 1,200-plus shark and ray Read More

Thursday, August 1, 2024|Aquariums, Conservation, Discovery Bay|

Tribute to a Remarkable Bird

The bald eagle, a bright star of the Minnesota Trail, died July 3, 2024. As an ambassador for her species, the female bird made her Read More