Find out what and who is new at the Louisville Zoo! Get the skinny on new exhibits, new animal ambassadors and where and when you may be able to visit them.
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NEW Animals
Some animals are on rotational exhibit and may be viewable for portions of the day. Animal viewing is subject to change based on the cooperation of the weather and animals.
FOLLOW MIKKI AND FITZ |
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Fitz was born August 2, 2019. He’s now 6 months old. See Today’s Viewing ScheduleThe elephant herd is on exhibit at varying times while they continue to bond. The usual time for calf viewing is 1 :30 to 3:30 p.m. daily, rain or shine. On very inclement days, guests will be invited in small groups into the elephant barn. As always, viewing times are subject to change due to the cooperation of weather, animals and zoo maintenance. Meet Fitz the elephant calf! See the latest info on the elephant herd including a updates, conservation information, frequently asked questions and more. |
COMING IN SPRING 2020 |
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NEW Sloth ExhibitLinneaus’s two-toed sloths are coming to the Zoo! One-year-old male sloth Sebastian and 1.5-year-old female sloth Sunni are getting acclimated to their new surroundings. This spring 2020, they will be waiting to meet you in the South America zone near the Chilean flamingos! Hang out with one of the most elusive and fascinating creatures on the planet and hear from the keepers who care for them. This exhibit is made possible through the Friends of the Louisville Zoo and other generous donors. |
SCHMIDT’SRED-TAILED MONKEYS |
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Ahnmom, Indi and Chi Chi
Indi is described as a confident monkey that calmly watches over her sister. Chi Chi is bolder, exploring enrichment items and seeking new experiences — but still hides behind her sister when things get too exciting. Male Ahnmom came from Lowry Park Zoo in Tampa, and keepers describe him as a young, active and curious monkey that enjoys enrichment, toys and just generally having lots of things to do.
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COLOBUS MONKEYS |
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Radi, Rajesh, Sheldon and Leonard
The monkeys are settling in nicely and are already displaying their leaping abilities. The monkeys seem to be a chatty group so far. “When they aren’t pleased with each other, they sometimes make clucking or clicking sounds, which are interesting to hear,” Gorilla Forest Supervisor Jill Katka said. Colobus monkeys are arboreal (tree-dwelling); they love to climb and have a diet consisting vegetables like onions, potatoes and broccoli and leaves from plants like forsythia, serviceberry and other “browse” collected on Zoo grounds. |
SNOW LEOPARD MERU |
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Meru
Meru joins snow leopards Kimti and NeeCee on rotation in the new Snow Leopard Pass exhibit! Assistant Mammal curator Michael Jones said, “He is a big boy; he will be the largest of three snow leopards here in Louisville.” Meru arrived in Louisville via a UPS air cargo plane. Michael accompanied Meru during the flight to Louisville, jump seating with the UPS aircraft crew. The last several weeks before Meru’s arrival, Michael worked directly with UPS staff for clearance with FAA and Home Land Security regulations as well as going through jump seat training. A special thanks to UPS for generously offering to move Meru from LAX to SDF. That’s what you might call a “wild ride!” |
NEW Exhibits
COLOBUS CROSSING |
Now Open!Sit on the newly expanded outdoor dining patio, munch on delicious goodies served from the African Outpost and observe beautiful colobus monkeys and Schmidt’s red-tailed monkeys, as they leap and swing from place to place within their new habitat or even cross directly overhead as you walk through the Zoo. |
SNOW LEOPARD PASS |
Now Open!Located near Tiger Taiga, the new snow leopard habitat will be sure to wow you! This new space offers our snow leopards an engaging new environment. The habitat will transport you to a small Himalayan village in Nepal and provide information about the elusive snow leopard — plus you’ll learn how villagers are striving to live in balance with the snow leopard to support conservation of the species. The “village” also includes The Cub House, presented by PNC, an education and event facility that is open for pre-registered classes and activities. |