North Carolina Zoo Asks Public to Vote on Names of Sand Cat Triplets
The North Carolina Zoo is asking the public to vote on the “purr-fect” names for our sand cat kitten triplets.
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Press Releases
Giraffe Calf Named on World Giraffe Day
Asheboro, N.C. –June 21, 2023 - The North Carolina Zoo is excited to announce the name of the male giraffe calf born on May 20.
Sand Cat Triplets Born at the Zoo
Asheboro, N.C. - June 2, 2023 - The North Carolina Zoo is excited to announce yet another recent birth: three sand cat kittens were born on May 11. Small enough to fit into the palm of your hand, the kittens were born to first-time mother Sahara, 3, and father Cosmo, 9.
Chimpanzee Makes His Debut at the North Carolina Zoo
Asheboro, N.C. — May 30, 2023 - On Sunday, May 21, a healthy baby boy was born to chimp Gigi dramatically – on habitat in full view of guests.
It’s a boy! North Carolina Zoo Welcomes a Giraffe Calf
Asheboro, N.C. – May 24, 2023 - The North Carolina Zoo is excited to announce a soaring addition to its family. The Zoo’s 13-year-old giraffe Leia gave birth to her calf—already about six feet tall—on Saturday, May 20.
After Renovation and Redesign, the Baboon Habitat Reopens
Asheboro, N.C. – May 23, 2023 - North Carolina Zoo guests can enjoy seeing a band of baboons playing in their newly renovated habitat
North Carolina Zoo Council Meeting May 10, 2023
Asheboro, N.C. - The North Carolina Zoo Council will hold a meeting on Wed., May 10, from 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.
Earth Day Celebrations at North Carolina Zoo
Asheboro, N.C. – April 12, 2023 - Join the North Carolina Zoo for our Party for the Planet on Earth Day, Saturday, April 22, 2023, and help save gorillas in the wild.
Meet Haji - North Carolina Zoo's New Lion
Asheboro, N.C. – Feb. 23, 2023 - The North Carolina Zoo is excited to officially announce its new male lion, Haji, has arrived.