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|

        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|

          That’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

          Thursday, May 9, 2024|Animal, Northern Trail, Zoo News|

          • Permalink Article on Minnesota Zoo's butterfly conservation work has been included in the anthology Best American Nature and Science Writing 2023.Gallery

            Butterfly Conservation Work Featured in Best American Nature and Science Writing

            Butterfly 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


              Thank 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

              Thursday, April 14, 2022|Zoo News|

                Celebrating 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

                Tuesday, July 13, 2021|Staff, Uncategorized, Zoo News|

                  Volunteer 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

                  Monday, April 19, 2021|Get Involved, Zoo News|