OktoBEARfest, Zoo BOO!, and more. Some of our most popular annual events, plus some fun new offerings, are coming up this October. Check the link in our bio for tickets and info! #baltimoreevents #halloween #zoo #marylandzoo #october #events #halloweenevents #zooboo

Wine in the Wilderness is tomorrow! There’s still time to grab a ticket, so join us for a relaxed evening of sights and sips in support of the animals - visit the link in our bio! #wine #zoo #wildlife #conservation #animalcare #fundraiser #baltimore #marylandzoo #weekend #winetasting #winelover

Ready to unleash your inner animal enthusiast? Join us October 11-13 for an unforgettable Zoo Camp experience tailored just for adults! Dive into the wild world of conservation, learn from Zoo experts, and connect with fellow animal lovers. Visit the link in our bio to register! 🐾 #adultcamp #camp #zoocamp #zoo #animals #rhino #animalcare #marylandzoo #baltimore

THE BIGGEST PUPDATE YET: Important news about the rescued North American river otter pup you've all come to know and love. 🐾 Last week we teased a big move. Well, it’s not that far—she has moved down to the main river otter habitat! 🐾 She has a name! The team that has been diligently tending to her has chosen the name Nora for the pup. It's also an anagram for the common abbreviation of her species (N.A.R.O.). 🐾 After an acclimation period, otter lovers will have the chance to see Nora at the Zoo! 😍 #riverotter #otter #animals #nora #cuteanimals #zoo #marylandzoo #conservation #animalrehab #baltimore #naro #pupdate #noratheexplora #noratheexplorer

If you’ve visited Penguin Coast recently, you may have noticed that there are fewer endangered African penguins outside than usual. Why? Because it's breeding season, and love is in the air! Many of our pairs have taken their romance indoors, where they're busy preparing cozy nest boxes for their future families. But don't worry, you can still catch a glimpse of numerous juveniles strutting their stuff outside, as they haven't yet found their perfect match. 💕 Stay tuned for updates from behind the scenes as (fingers crossed) chicks start hatching soon! #penguin #africanpenguin #endangered #conservation #savingspecies #zoo #marylandzoo #birdsofinstagram #birdstagram #nest

Lioness Zuri's birthday enrichment made for some picture purr-fect moments! 🎉😻 #birthday #lion #lioness #zuri #zoo #animalcare #fundraiser #marylandzoo #10yearsold #enrichment #tenyearsold #funnyanimals

Drumroll...here are the winners of this month's photo contest as chosen by your votes! 🥇 "Laughing Cheetah" by Kristina Hofmann 🥈 "Deep in Thought" by Jaryd Keck 🥉 "Lurking" by Paul Thiessen Keep those cameras clicking! We need some more boo-tiful entries for the October contest. Visit the link in our bio to submit! #photooftheday #animals #allforanimals #photocontest #cheetah #zoo #marylandzoo #prairiedog #crocodile #endangeredspecies #photography

Happy 10th birthday, Zuri! 🎉 From the observant, dark-eyed cub to the playful, majestic lioness she has become, we thank you for being a part of Zuri’s journey this past decade. Your generous donations in celebration of this special milestone make a real difference in providing Zuri with the very best training, care, and enrichment. We appreciate your support - visit the link in our bio to give! 🎂 #birthday #lion #lioness #zuri #zoo #animalcare #fundraiser #marylandzoo #10yearsold

Pool season may be over, but elephants Tuffy and Samson are still making a splash! 🐘💦 Who else is wishing for one last swim? [📽️: Zoo volunteer Cindy] #poolseason #swim #elephant #zoo #animalcare #animals #marylandzoo #elephantlove

Celebrating World Rhino Day with an exciting mound of fresh dirt! 🌍🦏 Rhino populations are at risk due to habitat loss and poaching. Of the five species, some are among the world’s most endangered animals. Here at the Zoo, you can visit Southern white rhinos J.P. and Jelani whose species is near threatened. Let's stand together to protect these magnificent creatures from the brink of extinction. #rhino #rhinoceros #worldrhinoday #endangered #conservation #savingspecies #zoo #marylandzoo

10 roars for Zuri! 🎉 We're marking a major milestone this Sunday as lioness Zuri turns 10 years old. Our care team has done incredible work with our pride over the last decade, and the journey continues. Please consider supporting Zuri with a gift at the link in our bio! #lion #birthdaygirl #lioness #tenyearsold #zoo #animals #throwbackthursday #TBT #zuri #amazinganimals #animalcare #fundraiser #allforanimals #donate #support

OTTER PUPDATE: Shh…Guess who’s packing their bags for a mysterious journey? 🤫 The rescued river otter pup at the Zoo hospital is training for transportation! We use a target to move the pup in and out of a mobile crate, slowly shutting the door to acclimate her to the enclosed space. Stay tuned for the big reveal! #otter #otterpup #riverotter #zoo #marylandzoo #animaltraining #cratetraining #staytuned

Let's run wild together at Zoo Zoom! Register now to secure your spot in our 1-mile Fun Run or 5K epic animal-themed adventure on November 4th. Remember, the more animals, the merrier, so dress your best - there will be prizes for top outfits! Visit the link in our bio for tickets. 🏃🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️ #zoozoom #zoom #race #running #baltimore #charmcityrun #charmcity #animals #run #zoo #marylandzoo

In case you missed it, the Northern ground hornbill fledgling has been named Everest! His name is the result of our team's unwavering effort to hatch a hornbill chick over the past 10 years—our very own 'Mt. Everest.' #hornbill #groundhornbill #zoo #marylandzoo #northerngroundhornbill #everest #birdsofinstagram #birdstagram #amazinganimals

Santa may still be wearing his summer garb, but Breakfast with Santa presented by Orrstown Bank tickets are on sale now! They'll sell out before the temperatures drop below freezing, so go ahead, reserve your spot at the link in our bio and go back to enjoying days that are 80 degrees and sunny. 🎅🐧 #breakfast #santabreakfast #breakfastwithsanta #zoo #penguin #marylandzoo #baltimore #baltimoreevents #holidayevent #december

🎶 “Raindrops keep fallin’ on my *tongue*” 🎶 Rainy days bring peaceful vibes from the giraffe yard. Caesar finds joy in every drop. #giraffe #giraffelove #rainyday #zoo #marylandzoo

Send a group text to your flock, because Girls' Night is next week! Tickets include drinks, bites, a scavenger hunt, comedy hour, dance party, and more. Visit the link in our bio to grab yours now! 🌸 #girlsnight #zoo #marylandzoo #animals #fridaynight #event #baltimore

After an incredible 1600+ votes, he has a name. You heard that right, the ground hornbill chick is a BOY 💙 and proudly sporting his new title. We can’t say we’re shocked by his gender, given his massive size! #hornbill #groundhornbill #zoo #marylandzoo #namingcontest #everest

The moment has arrived - the northern ground hornbill chick has fledged, aka, left the nest! Today is your last chance to pick a fitting name for this youngster. Will it be Everest, Zawadi, or Tannin? Visit the link in our bio to vote! #hornbill #groundhornbill #chick #babybird #zoo #marylandzoo #northerngroundhornill #birdsofinstagram #birdstagram #conservation #animalcare

OTTER PUPDATE: 🪣 + 💦❄️ + 🍎🥕 = 🦦😀 Ice treats are a great way for the rescued river otter pup to cool down (not to mention delicious). Plus, this special enrichment encourages our adorable Zoo hospital resident to use her natural instincts like smelling and clawing! #otter #otterpup #enrichment #animalcare #summer #cooldown #ice #icetreat #popsicle #zoo #marylandzoo

After an extended closure due to the threat of Avian influenza, the African Aviary is now open!

Kunekune snugglesnuggle. 🐷 #pigs #kunekunepigs #farmyard #snuggle #barn #zoo

🥬Lettuce know! Did you know about the Zoo’s vegetable garden? So far this growing season it has produced 92lbs of food for the animals! 🫑🍅

AGING GRACEFULLY: Several Panamanian golden frogs here at the Zoo are living hoppily into their teens and even early twenties, doubling or more their typical lifespan. This group of older frogs lives in a cluster of smaller tanks at the Zoo Hospital. Most have poor eyesight, so the smaller living quarters are easier to navigate. They are also fed daily in a specific area since catching food may be more challenging for them. We're always looking for ways to make every animal's later years ✨golden✨.