The Maryland Zoo Giraffe House team has selected the name “Julius” for the Zoo’s newest giraffe calf, born on Thursday, June 15th. “The name means ‘youthful, downy-bearded,’ both of which he is,” commented Erin Cantwell, mammal collection and conservation manager. … Continued
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is thrilled to announce the addition of a two-year-old plains zebra (Equus quagga) to the herd. Adanna, known as “Addie,” is joining female zebras Stella and Phoenix in the African Watering Hole section of the … Continued
The Maryland Zoo has partnered with the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Powell, Ohio, to provide additional support to the male giraffe calf born at The Maryland Zoo on Thursday, June 15. “The first 48 hours after birth is the … Continued
HE HAS A NAME! Click here to learn why the team caring for him around-the-clock chose the name Julius for the calf. Care Video: video on the quick action, coordination, and partnership that went into securing giraffe plasma from Columbus … Continued
FREE SHUTTLE from the Baltimore Visitor Center to The Maryland Zoo Saturdays, July 1st to September 2rd 2017 The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore and Trandev Transportation are bringing the Safari Express shuttle to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor once again t this summer! Beginning … Continued
🥨The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is saddened to announce the death of Bella, the Ossabaw Island hog. Bella, age 17, was humanely euthanized at the Zoo yesterday after her health declined over the past few weeks. “Bella took up residence … Continued
African penguin populations have been declining for the past few decades. The Maryland Zoo, an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), is joining with the AZA and other accredited aquariums and zoos to take action and … Continued
EPISODE #36 – SUCCESS ON SWAN LAKE It’s a conservation success story that’s taking flight at the Zoo. Trumpeter swans are both big and beautiful waterfowl that up until recent years had been critically endangered in the United States. Thanks … Continued
Parents, register your child for a special chance to win a behind-the-scenes “Zookeeper for a Day” experience, a $529 Maryland College Investment Plan account, and a free basic membership to The Maryland Zoo. Entering is easy. Simply click the link … Continued
Please be aware that there is a MAJOR event happening in Druid Hill Park on Saturday, April 29th. The event is Charm City Bluegrass Festival. Many entrances to the park will be limited to vehicle traffic on Saturday, however, the Greenspring Avenue entrance … Continued