Rhino Naming Fundraiser
We recently welcomed two young southern white rhinos to the Zoo. In order to raise funds for the care of these BIG new additions to the African Watering Hole, along with the other 130+ species in our care, we are doing something new. For every $100 donation made to the Zoo below, donors will receive one entry into the naming contest for the chance to ...
The Maryland Zoo Welcomes New Male Duiker
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo is happy to announce the arrival of a male duiker (dye-ker), Kuruka, from the Dallas Zoo. Kuruka (Coo-roo-ka) is 11-months-old and came to the Zoo to be paired with 4-year-old female duiker Flower, as recommended by the Blue Duiker Species Survival Plan (SSP.). After spending the required 30 days in quarantine, ...
Wild About Maryland Native Species!
The Zoo is dedicated to caring for, learning from, and protecting the wildlife in our own backyard! Be wild about our Maryland native species on this special day and come down to the Zoo to learn all about our conservation efforts and the special care they recieve, not just one day, but every day! Also, take part in our special animal-related activities, ...
Maryland Zoo Announces Death of Coquerel’s Sifaka Anastasia
BALTIMORE, MD -- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is saddened to announce the death of Anastasia, the 17-year-old female Coquerel’s sifaka (CAH-ker-rells she-FAHK) on August 12, 2021.” Female sifaka tend to play dominant roles in their troop and Ana was no exception,” stated Erin Grimm, mammal collection and conservation manager. “Ana ruled the ...
Trucks For Tots, Presented by Chase, Returns This Fall
-- Featuring BGE electric vehicles! -- BALTIMORE, MD – On Sunday, October 10, Trucks for Tots, presented by Chase, will electrify guests at the Maryland Zoo! This year, all the vehicles will be electric vehicles, courtesy of BGE. “While it is important to teach our visitors about animals and their habitats, we also want to share our commitment ...
Changes Coming to Polar Bear Watch at the Maryland Zoo
BALTIMORE, MD – This fall, both of the polar bears currently living at the Maryland Zoo will be moving to other zoos as a result of recommendations from the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA) Polar Bear Species Survival Plan (SSP). The bears, Neva and Amelia Gray, came to the Maryland Zoo as two-year-olds in 2018 from the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium ...
Maryland Zoo Welcomes a New Female North American River Otter
BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo is pleased to welcome Brie, a one and a half year-old female river otter. Brie joins male, Hudson, and the recently rescued female, Nora, in the Zoo’s popular otter habitat. “Brie’s arrival has been long-planned,” said Erin Grimm, Curator of Mammals at the Maryland Zoo. “She was selected as a companion for ...
Maryland Zoo Welcomes First Penguin Chicks of the 2021-2022 Breeding Season
UPDATE 2/1 – So far nine endangered chicks have hatched! This season's naming theme is desserts, and eight sweet names have been revealed including Mochi, Brookie, Custard, Churro, Eclair, Pound, Strudel, and Cannoli. BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is excited to announce the hatching of three African penguin chicks – the first ...
Zoo Lights, a Holiday Spectacular presented by Chase, Returns to the Maryland Zoo
Visitors will get a warm, glowing feeling as they walk through a one-of-a-kind light show knowing that all proceeds benefit the Zoo’s animal care and conservation work. BALTIMORE, MD – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is pleased to announce the return of Zoo Lights presented by Chase. On long winter nights, the Zoo shines brightly with seasonal lights, ...
The Maryland Zoo Announces the Arrival of Beau, an Adult Male Sitatunga
December 28, 2021 (BALTIMORE, MD) – The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore today announced the arrival of Beau, a breeding-age adult male Sitatunga who was specially-selected to join the Zoo’s all female herd. Beau recently completed a 30-day quarantine following his trip up from a zoo in Florida and now lives in the Africa Barn. He will be on exhibit daily, ...
Drinking with Dinos
Prehistoric Sip & Stroll Enjoy an evening drinking among dinosaurs at the Zoo! You'll visit our DINOSAURS exhibit, here for a limited time, and travel through a prehistoric forest of roaring, rustling dinosaurs deep in the heart of the Zoo where you'll find local craft beer and wine stations. Enjoy an included food truck meal while you learn how these ...
Mascot Day
Celebrate the start of a new school year at the Zoo! We’re hosting a Back-to-School Mascot Day on September 16th. Learn all about the local schools and colleges, hang out with the mascots, participate in educational activities throughout the Zoo, and meet some animals! This event is FREE with Zoo admission or membership. What to Expect Informational ...