Even a polar bear needs a check-up. Luna, the Buffalo Zoo’s 13-year-old female polar bear, underwent her annual physical exam last week, giving the Zoo’s veterinary team the chance to get an up close look at her and ensure she’s … Continued

As cold temperatures and snowy conditions descend upon Western New York, a tropical getaway might be at the top of some residents’ wishlists. But what if you didn’t even have to leave Buffalo to experience not just tropical heat, but … Continued

By Adam Gorski There are few things more synonymous with Buffalo than its unpredictable, rugged, yet also beautiful, winters. While Western New Yorkers have their own opinions about the cold and snow, a symbol of the city and staple resident … Continued

When our black rhino Romeo arrived to the Buffalo Zoo just over two years ago, our hoofstock team made a noteworthy discovery about the largest of his two horns: it had a small crack within it. While cracks in horns … Continued