Louisville Mayor Craig Greenberg and the Louisville Zoo are proud to announce a historic achievement: the first-ever birth of a colobus monkey at the Zoo. This exciting arrival supports the Association of Zoos and Aquariums Species Survival Plan, a collaborative effort among accredited zoos to protect endangered species and maintain healthy populations in human care. Find Out More
By Craig Mikel, Animal Commissary Supervisor At the end of 2024, I had the incredible opportunity to travel to South Africa and volunteer at VulPro, a wildlife rehabilitation and conservation facility specializing in vultures. After working with Ruppell’s Griffon Vultures … Find Out More
By Mark Mlynek, Keeper Included in 2023 Fall Trunkline What is a zoo? If you ask people this question, you will likely hear responses such as, “a family-friendly place with lots of animals” or “a park-like setting with exhibits that … Find Out More
Today, the Louisville Zoo announced that one of their most beloved animals — Sundara (Sunny D), the red panda — is now back on exhibit in a totally new space, just in time for his May 23rd birthday. Find Out More
The Louisville Zoo and Louisville Orchestra are thrilled to announce the highly anticipated return of ROARchestra on Saturday, July 6 at the Louisville Zoo. Following a 15-year hiatus, this beloved family-friendly event combines the excitement of a visit to the Zoo with the soul-stirring sounds of the Louisville Orchestra, creating an unforgettable experience. Find Out More
It’s been an exciting year for the MetaZoo as dreams, plans and fundraising have evolved into tangible progress! If you’ve visited the Louisville Zoo within the last few months, you have likely noticed a construction site adjacent to the MetaZoo … Find Out More
After years of discussions with various agencies and organizations, the Louisville Zoo is excited to announce that ever-popular and wild-born, rescued polar bear Qannik can finally join the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) cooperative breeding program thanks to crucial assistance delivered by Senator Rand Paul and his team. Her breeding mate will be Borealis (“Bo”). Find Out More
The Louisville Zoo is proud to have been nominated for two awards as part of USA Today’s “10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.” The Zoo is nominated as Best Zoo in the United States and the Glacier Run exhibit as the best zoo exhibit in the United States. Voting has begun and continues through Monday, March 4 at 11:59 a.m. EST. The rules allow the public to vote online for one nominee per category, per day. Guests can vote at https://10best.usatoday.com/awards/travel/. Find Out More
The Louisville Zoo’s iconic wild-born rescued polar bear Qannik enters her “teens” this month. The Zoo will honor her landmark 13th birthday on January 20 at 11:15 a.m. with enrichment that will be themed for another icon – Taylor Swift! Find Out More
The Louisville Zoo will host a job fair on January 20 in the Islands Pavilion Gheens Room from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Zoo is seeking outgoing, highly motivated individuals who enjoy working with the public to fill seasonal positions in various departments. Find Out More