A Newborn for Noelle!October 16, 2018
The Virginia Zoo welcomed a male Masai giraffe calf on October 13, 2018. This is the first baby for mom Noelle, who is five years old, and the sixth for dad Billy. Noelle gave birth during the early morning hours … More
Animal MisconceptionsOctober 12, 2018
At some point in our lives, we’ve all fallen victim to a rumor or story we believed to be true, especially tall tales about animals. Black cats on Halloween are bad luck. Goldfish have a terrible memory. Flies have a … More
Technology Helps the Zoo Teach KidsOctober 10, 2018
Education is an important part of the Virginia Zoo’s mission. The Education Department provides a variety of programs for schools, families, and individuals from Safari camps to field trips to ZooLive! stage presentations. We love facilitating opportunities to help our … More
Growl Fest Tips Before You SipOctober 5, 2018
Growl Fest 2018 is finally here, and we’re hoping to see you, friends and family at the Zoo tomorrow night! Growl Fest officially kicks off at 6 pm with after-hours access to the Zoo, beverages, food trucks and plenty of … More
Pecky EatersSeptember 28, 2018
Chef Yohn is on vacation this week, but that doesn’t mean the work in the Diet Kitchen stops. The animals need to eat, so Sous Chef James has stepped in to make sure all of the animals’ daily diets are … More
Zoo Says Goodbye to Loved KangarooSeptember 26, 2018
Marley was a 14-year-old Eastern grey kangaroo who lived in the Zoo’s Australia Walkabout. Marley came to the Virginia Zoo from the Kangaroo Conservation Center in Georgia and has lived in the exhibit with the other wallabies and emus for … More
Meet the Patient: DiegoSeptember 25, 2018
Name: Diego Sex: Male Species: Screaming hairy armadillo Age: 1 yr 5 mo old (born 4/27/17) Weight: 792 grams (1.74 lb) Reason for Visit: Episodes of regurgitation after eating Diego is a one year old male Screaming hairy armadillo who … More
Four Ways We Contribute to ConservationSeptember 21, 2018
The Virginia Zoo is known for its animals, exhibits, gardens and events, but did you know that the Zoo serves a higher purpose than just being a local attraction? The Zoo’s mission is to save and protect the world’s wildlife by … More