Run Wild With the Animals at Zoo Zoom 2014
Baltimore, MD — The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is ready once again to host Zoo Zoom, a wild 8K race that winds its way through the Zoo. This year Zoo Zoom will take place on Sunday, November 23, 2014 at 8:30 am. If you are looking for something a little tamer, register for the one-mile Family Walk and Kids Fun Run, scheduled to begin at 9:30am. “The ...
Penguin Construction Update – July 10th
Perry the penguin is at it again, bringing us the inside scoop on the construction of the new African Penguin Exhibit that will be located right in the center of the Zoo. Check out the latest updates on the outside look and feel of buildings, and some of the best spots to view penguins when the exhibit opens this fall.
Lion Cub Update- February 21, 2014
Our three little lions Luke, Leia, and Zuri came outside to explore the exhibit together for the first time on Wednesday, February 19th thanks to the nice weather. Though Luke and Leia have been outside before, this is their first time on exhibit with Zuri (and in the snow). They are doing very well and are in great body condition which means they can come ...
Penguin Construction Update – October 9th
Progress continues on the Zoo’s new African Penguin Exhibit. Concrete and foundation work on the first of three buildings is nearing completion as the Penguin Interpretive Center is beginning to take solid shape. The latest time lapse footage shows work completed between late September and early October. http://youtu.be/JKTyVDHrq20 The Penguin ...
Maryland Zoo Expecting New Additions to Chimpanzee Troop
BALTIMORE, MD — The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is happy to announce that two of the female chimpanzees (Pan troglodyte) in our troop, Joice and Bunny, are pregnant. “We are cautiously optimistic about having two successful chimpanzee births this year,” stated Mike McClure, general curator at The Maryland Zoo. “Joice and Bunny have been under constant ...
Champion Trees at the Maryland Zoo
Champion Trees are the giants of the tree world, the biggest of the big, the most impressive specimens out there. I recently discovered by talking to Sheryl Heydt, Curator of Horticulture at the Zoo, that at the Zoo you can stand in the shade of several Champion Trees (or could if you knew exactly where to find them, which is what I’m going to tell ...
Wild About Chimps!
Did you know that primates are the closest relative to humans? Join us on July 16th to learn all about chimpanzees! Engage with the keepers to see how important zoos are in protecting these endangered species, watch enrichment demos, and participate in primate-themed activities! Recycle your old or unwanted cell phone by bringing it to the donation ...
African Journey Construction Update: 2/22/19
Although some snow is still on the ground and winter seems to be lingering around for a little longer, construction is still moving forward with the African Journey renovations! Check out the update below for exciting new features that have been installed this past month. Lion Habitat The concrete has been poured and set for the Lion Promenade ...
The Maryland Zoo Welcomes New Male Chimpanzee
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo is welcoming 21-year-old Alex the chimpanzee, joining The Maryland Zoo troop from the Potawatomi Zoo in South Bend, Indiana. Alex arrived in early April based on a recommendation from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums’ (AZA) Chimpanzee Species Survival Plan (SSP) and recently completed a standard 30-day ...
The Baltimore Ravens Staff Assist in Naming Newest Baby Chimp at the Maryland Zoo
BALTIMORE, MD – Introducing Violet! The Maryland Zoo’s newest chimpanzee was officially named today with the help of the Baltimore Ravens front office staff. Violet was born to Raven on Dec. 29, 2019. She’s the second chimpanzee to be born at the Zoo in recent months after Lola was born in July 2019. Raven was born in the Zoo’s Chimpanzee ...
Animal Adaptations
Animals are built and behave in unique ways. Explore amazing adaptations like how animals act and navigate to survive in their habitats where they live. We’ll test these features and more with hands-on investigations and fun. *Participating Science Explorers must be 8-14 years old. Tickets: Member: $7 Non-member: $11 (Does not include Zoo ...
Enrichment Architects
Create special enrichment and learn the different ways our animals are enriched at the Zoo every day. Together we’ll learn the different kinds of enrichment and test our creativity in designing special items for a Zoo animal. *Participating Science Explorers must be 8-14 years old. Tickets: Member: $7 Non-member: $11 (Does not include Zoo ...