The Zoo Says Goodbye to Iconic Polar Bear, Magnet
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is deeply saddened to announce the passing of zoo icon and beloved polar bear, Magnet, age 26. Magnet had recently been diagnosed with kidney disease, but had overall remained in good health. During the past several days, Magnet’s quality of life had declined sharply, and he was humanely euthanized this ...
Ailing Cheetah, Rafiki, Euthanized
February 12, 2014 BALTIMORE, MD — The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is saddened to announce the death of geriatric male cheetah, Rafiki. Rafiki had been suffering from kidney disease, arthritis, and other age-related ailments, but had remained in fairly good health until recently. During the past few weeks, his quality of life declined sharply and he ...
Eastern Hellbender
There are two subspecies of hellbender: the Eastern and the Ozark. Both once inhabited a vast network of Appalachian rivers and streams that drain into the Mississippi River, and both are now rare. Eastern hellbenders are found in small, isolated territories from the state of New York south to Georgia, Alabama, and Mississippi, and westward to central ...
Join the 2014 Volunteer Open House
BALTIMORE, MD — If you think our animals are wild, come meet our Volunteers! The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will be hosting an Open House for prospective volunteers on Sunday, January 26, 2014, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., on the Zoo’s Mansion House Porch. During the Open House there will be information sessions at 11:30, 12:30 and 1:30 where guests ...
Help Name the Littlest Member of the Maryland Zoo’s Chimp Troop
- Vote now through Thursday, November 5 - [button color="green"]Vote Now[/button] BALTIMORE, MD – Help to name the newest female chimpanzee baby at The Maryland Zoo! The little one was born in August at the Oklahoma City Zoo and is being hand-raised at The Maryland Zoo with the intention to introduce her to a surrogate mom, chimp Abby, when she has ...
Top 10 Reasons to Visit the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore
The Maryland Zoo is an exciting, revitalized, award-winning home to over 1,500 animals, many of which are endangered. You won’t want to miss our brand NEW African Journey featuring massive changes to our lion, giraffe, and elephant habitats. The Maryland Zoo is a non-profit organization that focuses on engaging people with the wonders of the ...
Changes Ahead for Maryland Zoo Chimpanzee Troop
–Farewell to Jambo, Hello to Abby– BALTIMORE, MD — Later this month, The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore will bid farewell to 12-year-old chimpanzee Jambo, and will welcome 35-year-old chimpanzee, Abby. “Jambo and Abby are joining new troops based on recommendations from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Chimpanzee Species Survival Plan ...
Guinness Night at the Zoo
Come meet the species that inspired them and the history of this surprising campaign! It’ll be an evening of sips and sights celebrating the new Guinness Open Gate Brewery and Barrel House. Guinness Brewery Ambassadors will discuss the famous ads alongside their living counterparts at the Zoo with complimentary beer tasting and light refreshments. This ...
Polar Bear Denning FAQs
If you visit the Zoo this fall/winter you may find yourself saying, “where’s the polar bear?” Well, we have the answer. She’s inside and hopefully getting ready to enter her den! That short answer does not quite do justice to the hard work and delicate planning involved in preparing for this process, so we asked the polar bear team to fill us in ...
National Zoo Keeper Week Profile – Ellie Y.
It’s National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week and we’re celebrating the amazing work our zookeepers do for wildlife every day. They are the dedicated keepers, teachers, and caretakers of the animals here at the zoo. They are also some of the most Passionate hardworking people you’ll meet. The Maryland Zoo is fortunate to have expert teams of animal ...
National Zoo Keeper Week Profile – Carolina D.
It’s National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week and we’re celebrating the amazing work our zookeepers do for wildlife every day. They are the dedicated keepers, teachers, and caretakers of the animals here at the zoo. They are also some of the most Passionate hardworking people you’ll meet. The Maryland Zoo is fortunate to have expert teams of animal ...
National Zoo Keeper Week Profile – Robin S.
It’s National Zoo Keeper Appreciation Week and we’re celebrating the amazing work our zookeepers do for wildlife every day. They are the dedicated keepers, teachers, and caretakers of the animals here at the zoo. They are also some of the most Passionate hardworking people you’ll meet. The Maryland Zoo is fortunate to have expert teams of animal ...