Site Help

Thanks for visiting N.C. Zoo's website. Believe it or not we don't have every answer to your questions on our website...yet. So, we've put together a short list of resources that might help.

Who Do I Call?

The Zoo's main phone number is 1-800-488-0444

Can I E-mail an Animal Curator or Keeper?

Due to their reponsibililties to the animals we ask that you submit your question via this form.

Frequently Asked Questions

You can review a collection of our most frequently asked questions here.

Search

A search from is located at the top of every page. Type your query and click Submit to search the entire Zoo website.

Learn About Animals

Check out our animal finder.

Want to Become a Zookeeper?

Read interviews with keepers.
Find out what education, basic duties are required, and the career path in Becoming a Keeper

Want to Volunteer at the Zoo?

Find out more here.

Problems Viewing the Web site?

In early 2004 the Zoo undertook a massive overhaul of it's four year old design.

After several rounds of testing with school teachers and other individuals outside the organization, the North Carolina Zoo launched it's re-designed Web site in November 2004.

This section was developed to help those who may have difficulty with viewing the Web site.

Commonly Reported Difficulties with the Web site

Problem:The big blue menu on the left side of the page is always on top and covers half the Web page.

Solution: The problem described is usually caused by using an older version of a web browser. A web browser is a software program installed on your computer that allows you to view web pages. To fix your problem we suggest upgrading your web browser.

Our Web site supports and has been tested, with the latest versions of Internet Explorer, Opera & Mozilla.

If you require further assistance with this upgrade, please contact your Internet Service Provider's Technical Support Department or Information Technology Department.

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N.C. Zoo is a member institution of AZA and an agency of the N.C. Department of Environment and Natural Resources, William G. Ross Jr. Secretary; Michael F. Easley, Governor. A part of the North Carolina Government portal.

The Zoo is closed Christmas day and during severe weather. Call our information line at: 1-800-488-0444.

Questions or Suggestions?

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