GalleryZoo 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
GalleryThat’s Not a Gnu: New Takin on the Northern Trail
There’s a new golden glow at the Minnesota Zoo! Please welcome Tao, a 3-year-old female takin who arrived in spring 2024 from the San Diego Read More
GalleryButterfly Conservation Work Featured in Best American Nature and Science Writing
The Poweshiek skipperling is one of the most endangered species on the planet. Minnesota Zoo researchers are working tirelessly to save the prairie butterfly from Read More
GalleryThank You, Zoo Volunteers
The Minnesota Zoo has an amazing corps of volunteers who support our mission, vision and values with their time, talent and treasure. Since the Zoo opened in Read More
GalleryCelebrating 10,000 Hours of Volunteer Service
Volunteers provide an incredible service to the Minnesota Zoo. This group of more than 500 individuals gives their time and talents all in the name Read More
GalleryVolunteer Appreciation Week
We are excited to have volunteers back on-site in time for National Volunteer Week! Since volunteers have returned, they have been busy doing trail interpretation Read More
GalleryRocky the Sea Otter Update
Earlier this year, on January 9, 2020, Rocky, a sea otter at the Minnesota Zoo, had surgery to amputate his left rear flipper. The decision Read More
Gallery5 Ways to Make the Most of Your Black Friday
Black Friday is typically a day spent waiting in lines, rushing through stores, and trying to find a spot in a jammed parking lot. Avoid Read More