Save Wildlife with Sustainable Palm Oil

We’ve all heard that habitat loss is a problem for wild animals – especially in the Tropics.  Sometimes these issues seem so far away, but Read More

Monday, January 25, 2016|Conservation, Zoo News|

Minnesota Zoo Bonding Bill Update

The Minnesota Zoo is pleased to let you know that Governor Mark Dayton recently announced a bonding bill that includes an important recommendation for the Read More

Monday, January 25, 2016|Zoo News|

Zookeepers are “Walking the Walk”

It’s the beginning of a new year and the activity tracker craze is everywhere.  You can’t go to the grocery store, mall or even work Read More

Tuesday, January 19, 2016|Behind the Scenes, Staff, Zoo News|

Minnesota Zoo Upgrades to Tessitura

The Minnesota Zoo is upgrading its online and email systems! Beginning January 25, we hope you begin to enjoy this improved online experience. You will Read More

Tuesday, January 19, 2016|Zoo News|

Your Future Zoologist

Home School Academy: Winter Session: Marine Sciences Mondays, January 25-March 7 – sign up for 1 class or all 6 (for a discount) (no class on February Read More

Thursday, January 14, 2016|Zoo News|

The “Zoo Walker”

Whether it’s a chilly winter morning or a gorgeous summer afternoon, the Minnesota Zoo is the perfect place to get out and explore. With several Read More

Tuesday, January 12, 2016|Zoo News|

Get Out and Explore at the Zoo

January is typically a time when people are wanting to turn over a new leaf…get active, exercise more, etc. January in Minnesota is also typically Read More

Friday, December 18, 2015|Zoo News|

Kids Page – American Bison

Learn about our American bison! Scientific name: Bison bison What do bison and snowplows have in common? In winter bison clear snow from their grazing area Read More

Friday, September 25, 2015|Zoo News|