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Press Releases
North Carolina Zoo Mourning Death of Chimp Nori
The quirky and full of sass chimp captured hears and had many challenges through her short life
Asheboro, N.C. — May 04, 2022 - The North Carolina Zoo sadly announces the death of Nori, an 11-year-old member of the chimpanzee troop who was euthanized on Monday after a period of declining health.
North Carolina Zoo Announces the Permanent Closure of its Aviary Habitat
Asheboro, N.C. – April 21, 2022 - North Carolina Zoo Announces the Permanent Closure of its Aviary Habitat
Built in the early 1980s, the 40-year-old domed structure requires significant repairs due to the effects of high humidity and wet conditions.
North Carolina Zoo Closes Aviary to the Public as Precautionary Measure to Protect Birds
Asheboro, N.C. – Jan 24, 2022 - With recently confirmed cases of avian flu in wild birds found in eastern North Carolina, the North Carolina Zoo is taking the precautionary measure of closing its Aviary habitat to the public.
Grizzly Bear Has a New Home at North Carolina Zoo
Asheboro, N.C. – Dec. 13, 2021 - The North Carolina Zoo announces the arrival of its newest resident – a 740-pound male grizzly bear named Ronan.
North Carolina Zoo Receives Accreditation from Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Asheboro, N.C. – Nov. 29, 2021 - The North Carolina Zoo is pleased to announce it has once again received the honor of accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA).
North Carolina Zoo Receives Top International Award for Environmental Sustainability
Asheboro, N.C. – Oct. 19, 2021 The World Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ Annual Environmental Sustainability Award recognizes one zoo or aquarium with significant achievement in sustainable practices.
North Carolina Zoo Celebrates 20 Years of the Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Asheboro, N.C. – August 18, 2021 - The Zoo's Wildlife Rehabilitation Center is the only one of its kind in U.S. zoos. Speakers include Deputy Director Jeff Michael of N.C. Dept of Natural and Cultural Resources and Chief Veterinarian Dr. Jb Minter.