Gallery‘Raise the Roof’ for Rhinos – 1st Kunene Rhino Awards
In 2009, the Minnesota Zoo joined forces with Save the Rhino Trust in Namibia to help protect critically endangered black rhinoceros. This specific population of Read More
GalleryPangolin Rehabilitation in Namibia
It might surprise you to learn that the most trafficked mammal in the world is one you may have never heard of. Pangolins are scaly Read More
GalleryMinnesota Zoo Vets Perform First-of-its-Kind Sea Otter Surgery
It has been a smooth recovery for Rocky the sea otter, following a landmark surgery. Last June zookeepers at the Minnesota Zoo noticed Rocky was Read More
GalleryFrozen in Time – Overwintering Caterpillars at the Minnesota Zoo
Did you know that many species of insects survive Minnesota winters by “hibernating” throughout the cold months? While some insects, such as the monarch butterfly, 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
GalleryLynx Kitten Celebrates International Cat Day
Just in time for International Cat Day, the Minnesota Zoo is excited to debut its latest addition to the Medtronic Minnesota Trail: a Canada lynx Read More
GalleryGlobal Tiger Day is July 29th!
Celebrate Global Tiger Day with the Minnesota Zoo on Monday, July 29! Discover how you can help these regal animals by taking our new pledge Read More
GalleryTime to wake up the caterpillars!
Many butterflies like Monarchs and Red Admirals migrate south to escape Minnesota’s frigid winters and return in the spring when the weather becomes gentler. Not Read More
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