Opposites AttractOctober 11, 2019
In many languages, several words are often used interchangeably because they have identical or similar meanings: Fall and Autumn, dinner and supper, and smell and scent. But what about words that are mistakenly used interchangeably? At the Virginia Zoo, education … More
Virginia Zoo Debuts Cell Phone Recycling ProgramOctober 2, 2019
The Virginia Zoo wants your old smartphones, tablets, adapters and chargers as part of a new technology recycling initiative that will help to protect wildlife habitats. The Zoo is partnering with ECO-CELL, a family-owned business in Louisville, Kentucky, to recycle … More
Rabbit FoodSeptember 23, 2019
It’s International Rabbit Day and what better way to celebrate our hoppy friends than with a feast of their favorite things to munch on from Zoo Chef Yohn! Rabbits are considered herbivores, which means they only eat plants like grasses … More
PandamoniumSeptember 20, 2019
For the past four years, hundreds of images have been submitted by amateur and professional Zoo Fan photographers for consideration in the Zoo’s annual calendar. As staff rummage through every photo, a pattern has emerged with many spectacular images of … More
Red Panda Triplets Have NamesSeptember 16, 2019
Males, Piercy and Lino (pronounced Leeno) and female, Chris-Anne, are the official names for the Virginia Zoo’s three red panda cubs born this summer. The Zoo launched an auction for the naming rights of the three new red panda cubs, … More
Taking Extra PrecautionsSeptember 12, 2019
Sex: Female Species: Ethiopian mountain adder Age: 3 years Weight: 465 g (1 lb.) Reason for Visit: Wellness exam When conducting routine physical exams on any animal at the zoo, veterinary staff know the proper precautions to take to promote … More
The Nest Big ThingSeptember 10, 2019
When you see a wasp or hornet nest near your home, your first instinct may be to call in pest control to get rid of the nest, but at the Zoo we often like to leave these nests alone, as … More
Clever CatAugust 27, 2019
As you may know, the animals at the Zoo all have some form of training. Training is beneficial for multiple reasons, including being mentally and physically stimulating for the animals, plus it often makes Keepers’ jobs easier when it comes … More