Mantids of the Bug World

What’s all in a Name? There are about 2,400 described species of mantids in the world.  People commonly call this type of insect a mantis, Read More

Monday, August 4, 2014|Bugs|

Feeding Frenzy! – Dinner Time at the Zoo

We all love to eat and our animals are no exception. With carnivores, omnivores, insectivores, herbivores, and many dietary restrictions in mind, our keepers are Read More


A Day in the Life of a Zookeeper: Tigers

What is it like to be a zookeeper for the Minnesota Zoo? Here is a blog that provides some insight into the different areas working Read More


Stingray Check-Up

The Minnesota Zoo currently houses three female southern stingrays in its Discovery Bay aquarium and 2 in another aquarium.  The oldest is approximately 14 years Read More


City Rabbits and Suburban Turkeys

This past March, we announced a new collaboration between the Minnesota Zoo’s BioDiscovery Project and the Lincoln Park Zoo’s Urban Wildlife Institute. Katie Talbott, Coordinator Read More

Thursday, July 17, 2014|Minnesota Conservation|

How to Build a Bird Feeder

Looking for a fun activity to do? Check out how to make an easy bird feeder out of simple, everyday household items! What you’ll need Read More

Thursday, July 10, 2014|Birds, Get Involved|

In the Field: Peregrine Falcon Part 3

The Minnesota Zoo is well known for its 485 acre facility in Apple Valley, Minnesota – just minutes away from the Mall of America. However Read More


In the Field: Peregrine Falcon Part 2

The Minnesota Zoo is well known for its 485 acre facility in Apple Valley, Minnesota – just minutes away from the Mall of America. However Read More