Tales of the TailsShades of Gray
February 14, 2020 - Imagine you’re walking through the Virginia Zoo’s World of Reptiles exhibit space. You’ve seen dozens of cold-blooded species, but did you imagine seeing something warm-blooded? It’s true – this climate-controlled, indoor space isn’t only the perfect environment for reptiles and … More
EducationYear of the Turtle
February 12, 2020 - They’ve been roaming the earth and surfing the seas for at least 220 million years, and now it’s finally time to properly shell-ebrate them! Our friends at the Tennessee Aquarium, supported by variety of zoological institutions and conservation organizations, have named 2020 The … More
On the BlogVirginia Zoo Offering Free Admission
February 6, 2020 - Cure your cabin fever with a trip to the Virginia Zoo – for free! This February the Zoo will be offering free admission on Fridays. “Grab your coat and see what our animals are up to during the winter,” said … More
Animal BirthsMove Over Groundhogs, It’s All About Armadillos
February 3, 2020 - While most people waited to hear a verdict for “spring” or “more winter” weather on Groundhog Day, the Virginia Zoo celebrated Armadillo Day, and for a special reason: to announce the birth of one! A female, three-banded armadillo was born … More
