Renovations to the North American river otter habitat are underway. River otters Piper and Hudson will not be viewable while this work takes place. Other habitats may be impacted at select times throughout the project.
The main access to the Maryland Wilderness is currently closed. Guests may enjoy the Farmyard by entering from Zoo Central.
Which animals will you see on a visit to the Zoo during the colder months? Click to view the roundup of what animals love a snow day and who might be staying cozy and out of sight this winter.
Did you know, primates are the closest relative to humans? Join us on September 1st to learn all about chimpanzees, colobus monkeys, and lemurs — ring-tailed, red-ruffed, and sifaka! Engage with the keepers to see how important zoos are in protecting these endangered species, watch enrichment demos, and participate in primate-themed activities!
Schedule of Activities
10:00am – 3:30pm: Education Stations and Activities
10:15am: Watch chimps get whole watermelons in outdoor chimp yard
10:30am: Chimp Bunny and baby Lola Keeper Chat
11:30am: Puppet Show at the Oasis Stage
1:30pm: Lemur training session inside Chimp Forest
2:30pm: Trivia/Training demo at outdoor chimp yard
Visit the Face Painting Station for special Primate Day face paint designs! ($)
Recycled Cell Phones Save Primates:
Recycle your old or unwanted cell phone by bringing it to the donation box in the Chimp Forest on Wild About Primates Day. Any other day, you can recycle your phone at the Zoo gift shop.
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