Sunny Weekend Alert
The Zoo anticipates high attendance on sunny weekends. Parking is limited, so arrive early, carpool, and check our site / social pages often for more updates!
Blog
Happy National Trails Day: Update from the Trail Team!
The Zoo celebrates National Trails Day with snacks, games, and trail information outside our North America admission entrance from 10:30 AM until 2:00 PM on Saturday, June 3, 2023.
A Rhino Keeper Trains Rangers in Namibia on SMART Technology
Read about Keeper Trull's incredible trip to Africa to expand the Zoo's conservation work through SMART!
Providing a Conservation Focused Sensory Experience for the Visually Impaired
The Zoo partnered with the North Carolina Museum of Art to help share a story of conservation and art.
Orphaned Black Bear Cubs – A Chance to Stay Wild
Wildlife rehabilitation should be left to the professionals, to give all wildlife the best chance at keeping their "wild" life.
Zoo Research: Asia Construction Impacts
We are conducting research to see how the Asia construction is affecting the animals.
Conservation Update: Saving the Gopher Frog
We are committed to conservation around the world and in our home state of North Carolina.
Five Declining Species You Didn't Know About
There are many species at the Zoo that are facing a decline in the wild.
Winter With Us at the North Carolina Zoo
While most people think of warmer weather when they visit the North Carolina Zoo, visiting the Zoo in the winter can be a great time
Caribbean Conservation Update
Conservation in the Caribbean continues for the North Carolina Zoo!
