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
We want YOU to be a Brew at the Zoo volunteer! The Zoo’s biggest, most important fundraiser of the year could not happen without the helping hands of volunteers pouring the brews, checking in guests and more. Volunteering is a great … Continued
EPISODE #35 – NEW RHINO ON BOARD It’s not every day that a new animal joins the Zoo, especially one that weighs in at several thousand pounds. After the loss of Daisy Mae, a female Southern white rhino who outlived her life expectancy to become 48-years-old, the Zoo’s male, Stubby, was left without a fellow rhino.
Spring is in full bloom at the Maryland Zoo! Visit a new baby giraffe, grizzly bear sisters, a tree slide and so much more! The Zoo is open daily from 10am – 4pm. Click here to buy tickets online. See … Continued
Thanks to thousands of grizzly bear fans, The Maryland Zoo is happy to announce that the orphaned bear cubs now have official names. Next time you come to the Zoo, please say hello to Nova and Nita! “Big bear” is … Continued
EPISODE #34 – PREVENTATIVE MEDICINE FOR ANIMALS It’s no secret that good veterinary care is vital to the health and wellbeing of Zoo animals. But what you may not know is how much time and effort is spent on preventative medicine.
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is thrilled to announce the addition of a four-year-old Southern white rhino (Ceratotherium simum) to the African Watering Hole section of the Zoo. Jaharo joins the Zoo as a companion to Stubby, the Zoo’s 22-year-old … Continued