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|

Animal Spotlight/Moose

The Minnesota Zoo has lots of moose!  Seven moose call our Zoo home and are routinely rotated onto their large exhibit. Moose are solitary creatures, Read More

Friday, September 25, 2015|Zoo News|

Fall Colors at the Zoo

Looking for spectacular fall color that is close to home? You can’t beat the blazing fall colors of Minnesota Zoo’s stunning hardwood forests and prairies Read More

Friday, September 25, 2015|happenings, Zoo News|

Fall Family Fun

The Minnesota Zoo is on a mission to a connect people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife.  Research shows that the most common Read More

Wednesday, September 9, 2015|Zoo News|

Summer Fun…..To Save Wildlife

Learn what Runners and Golfers did this Summer to Save Wildlife! Thank you Runners Tiger Tracks is a 5K & Kids’ run with a purpose.  Read More

Wednesday, September 9, 2015|Zoo News|

Meet the Tapir Calf!

The Minnesota Zoo’s Malayan tapir calf, born July 30, is thriving! Born to “Bertie” after a 13+ month gestation, the calf has been practicing his Read More

Wednesday, August 26, 2015|Animal, Zoo News|