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June 9, 2026

Zoo News New Birds In The Virginia Zoo Flock

The Virginia Zoo recently introduced three new bird species to our growing collection of feathered friends. Read on to learn more about these new...

May 21, 2026

Zoo News Virginia Zoo Says Goodbye To Senior American Bison, Lily

It is with a heavy heart that we are sharing the passing of our sole senior female American bison, Lily (27), on Thursday, May 14, following a...

July 11, 2019

New Arrivals We’re Bananas For Bella

Meet Bella, or as her Keepers like to call her, Bella Bananas! Bella is a five year, 11-month-old Southern cassowary who arrived at the Zoo in late...

July 9, 2019

Climates Marsh Madness

In this blog series, we’ve journeyed across the world to discover the driest of habitats, the hottest environments, the most diverse areas and...

July 2, 2019

San Diego Kids and CHKD Virginia Zoo Animals Become Tv Stars At Hospital

Young patients, their families and invited guests were treated to a visit with some amazing animal ambassadors—including a Flemish giant rabbit, a...

June 28, 2019

Animeals Toucan Do It!

Chef Yohn has been MIA (or just on vacation) but the animals at the Zoo still have to be fed! During his absence, there is plenty of work still...

June 13, 2019

Tales of the Tails Keep Calm And Carrion

When you think of Mt. Everest, do you picture seeing anything more than snow on top of the tallest mountain in the world? We bet you wouldn’t...

June 11, 2019

At the Zoo The Best Way To Nature Play

Word around our neck of the woods is that the Zoo has an outdoor play space! The Zoo’s Run Wild! Nature Discovery Zone is located directly...

June 6, 2019

Animal Arrivals Hey, Attention Hogs!

The Virginia Zoo’s red river hog sounder, or group, is growing by two this summer. Mrembo and Tikiti, both females, joined the Zoo last month. The...

June 5, 2019

Exhibits World Of Reptiles Turns One!

Can you believe the World of Reptiles has been open for an entire year? Time flies when you get to spend your time with some of the world’s...

May 17, 2019

Animal Health Training Makes Vet Visits Easier

Just as humans visit their doctors for routine check-ups, animals at the Virginia Zoo are also visited by their doctor, or veterinarian Dr. Colleen...