Who knew? While the Buffalo winter has been more demanding this year than in recent memory, the animal activity doesn’t slow down on at all during these not so great months. Who knew? Some exhibits might even be a little … Continued

  Are you interested in animals and the environment, and are between the ages of 13 and 17?  Are you looking for something wild to do this summer? Then become a Zoo Teen Naturalist!  Applications are now available at https://buffalozoo.org/summer_teen_program.html Junior Zoo Teen Naturalist … Continued

The Buffalo Zoo announced the next phase of fundraising for the new polar bear exhibit, and introduced a polar bear cub to the public.  The Buffalo Zoo has spent the past two years raising over $14 million of the $18 … Continued

It’s time for one of Buffalo’s favorite wintertime events – Polar Bites 2013. The popular event, presented by the ProZoo Board, will take place on Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 6:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at the Buffalo Niagara Convention … Continued

The Buffalo Zoo will hold a Zooper Saturday event featuring gorillas and reptiles on Saturday, November 3. Learn all there is to know about reptiles from our keeper talks, snake feedings, and enrichment activities in our reptile house from 11 … Continued

Buffalo, NY– Hurry! Itty Bitty Animal Yoga at the Buffalo Zoo starts next week! Join special guest, Bekah Starr, a yoga instructor with Sproutin’ Yoga, to let your imagination and body run wild! Through interactive games, animal observations, animated postures … Continued

Are you looking for a place where your child (ren) ages 5-12 can have loads of fun during their spring break? Bring them to Spring Nature Camp at the Buffalo Zoo! You can sign up for one, two or all … Continued

Valentine’s Day Adoptions Give your special someone a truly unique and loving Valentine’s Day gift of an animal adoption from the Buffalo Zoo.With your kind donation of $12.50, your sweetheart will receive:• an adoption certificate • a pair of guest … Continued

To thank Western New York for its continuing support, the Buffalo Zoo is offering special Holiday Discount Days. From December 26-31, the Buffalo Zoo will slash admission prices. All visitors, regardless of age, will pay $5 per person to get … Continued

BUFFALO, NY— In support of the Buffalo Zoo’s mission to educate the public about the world’s wildlife, the Zoo is offering animal encounters this winter. Sea Lion Encounter Visitors will have the opportunity to meet Pocus, one of the Zoo’s … Continued

Give your special someone a truly unique and loving Holiday gift of an animal adoption from the Buffalo Zoo. With your kind donation of $25, the adoption gift package will include: • A beautiful, limited edition, collectible, Buffalo Zoo ornament … Continued

Artwork Created by Buffalo Zoo Animals To Be Featured at Art Gone Wild Join Buffalo Zoo keepers on Thursday, September 22, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at the Pearl Street Grill and Brewery for the art show of … Continued

Shop For the Animals at Participating Tops Friendly Markets Locations Saturday, August 20, 2011 Buffalo, NY – Help fill the pantry for the Buffalo Zoo’s animals this fall and winter! On Saturday, August 20, 2011 from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 … Continued

We just wanted to remind everyone that the 2011 photo contest is underway! Categories include:Mammal, Bird/Insect, Reptile/Amphibian/Fish, Zoo Humor (caption is necessary), Student (16 years or younger). Prizes for Each Category: 1st Place $50.00, 2nd Place $30.00, 3rd Place $20.00 … Continued

Celebrating Animals Friday, July 29 Shows at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Join the Fisher-Price® Little People™ friends in a BIG animal celebration! It’s a 30 minute show full of music, singing, dancing and surprises. Kids can join in the … Continued

July 9 & 10Report Card WeekendCelebrate your achievements, and bring your latest report card to receive FREE Zoo admission with a paid adult. Valid for children ages 14 or younger. No specific grades or averages are required. For more information, … Continued

Buy the Animals Lunch” Campaign to Run Through Labor Day BEGINS July 1, 2011 Help show your support for the animals at the Buffalo Zoo by buying them lunch! Beginning Friday, July 1st until Sunday July 31st you can add … Continued

May 30High Five for the MilitaryMembers of the United States military and their group of up to six people will be admitted to the Zoo for $5.00 total. A valid military ID must be presented at the admission gates to … Continued

Presented by Goya Foods Visit the Buffalo Zoo today, and learn about our continued efforts at raising public awareness about bears and how their habitats are affected by global climate change. Highlights include informational tables, crafts, keeper talks and enrichment … Continued

Celebrate warmer weather at the Buffalo Zoo by witnessing sheep shearings at our Delta Sonic Heritage Farm, enjoy keeper talks, animal enrichments, a birding tour of the M&T Bank Rainforest Falls and have the opportunity to participate in some games. … Continued

For years now, the annual Wines in the Wild event has been one of the summer’s most sought after tickets. Taking place on the grounds of the Buffalo Zoo on July 27, 2011, this annual benefit for the Zoo’s Adopt … Continued

Eco-ChallengeDate: April 16, 2011Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.We all know the importance of reducing, reusing, and recycling. Now find out how our friends in the animal world do just that everyday! From owls reusing nesting sites, to millipedes in … Continued

Go bananas over the Buffalo Zoo’s Western lowland gorilla troop during the Ape-ril Event, which is being held on April 2 from 10:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m.! The event is free with Zoo admission. Highlights of the event include keeper … Continued

April 18 -22, 2011 Spring Nature Camp at the Buffalo Zoo It’s time for Spring Nature Camp at the Buffalo Zoo! Join us as we celebrate the season along with our animal friends. Each day of Spring Nature Camp is … Continued

Buffalo, NY – The Buffalo Zoo and the Pro Zoo Board are proud to announce that Polar Bites 2011, held at the Buffalo Niagara Convention Center, was a huge success as more than $30,000 was raised for the Zoo. This … Continued

Ketu and Makalu, the Buffalo Zoo’s two male snow leopard cubs, will find a new home at the Chahinkapa Zoo in Wahpeton, North Dakota. The cubs will leave the Buffalo Zoo early Thursday morning and travel by truck to North … Continued

BUFFALO, NY— Come in out of the cold, and celebrate “Warm Up With the Cold-Blooded” with your favorite scaly friends in the Buffalo Zoo’s Reptile House on Saturday, January 15, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Visitors will enjoy … Continued

And he is already over 7 feet tall

On Wednesday, December 22, 2010, the Buffalo Zoo was pleased to host members of the media to photograph the latest addition to its animal family—a baby reticulated giraffe! The male calf was born on Saturday, December 11, 2010 to mother, … Continued

Are you looking for a place where your child(ren) can have loads of fun over their holiday break? Why not bring them to Winter Camp Workshops at the Buffalo Zoo! Presented by Perry’s Ice Cream, morning and afternoon workshops allow … Continued

Polar Bites 2011, February 17 For years now, the annual Polar Bites event puts some much needed fun in February. Taking place at the newly renovated Buffalo Niagara Convention Center on February 17, 2011, this annual benefit for the Zoo … Continued

Come in out of the cold, and warm up with your favorite scaly friends in the Reptile House! Learn all there is to know about reptiles from our keeper talks, snake feedings, interactive enrichment activities, photo sessions and much more! … Continued

In support of the Buffalo Zoo’s mission to educate the public about the world’s wildlife, the Zoo is now offering a new holiday sea lion encounter. Sea Lion EncounterVisitors will have the opportunity to meet Pocus, one of the Zoo’s … Continued

Buffalo, NY – Celebrate the holidays at the Buffalo Zoo with Santa and the Zoo animals! Breakfast With Santa will take place on December 11, 12, 18 and 19. The event will be held twice each day, with the first … Continued

BUFFALO, NY— The Buffalo Zoo is offering a “High Five For the Military” discount on Veterans Day, November 11, 2010. Members and retirees of the United States military will receive free admission. In addition, their group of up to five … Continued

Buffalo, N.Y. – The Buffalo Zoo is proud to announce the birth of a baby western lowland gorilla! The baby was born on October 8 at 7:40 p.m. to mother, Sidney, and father, Koga. Sidney, who was born at the … Continued

Buffalo, N.Y. – Tiffany Vanderwerf, the Buffalo Zoo’s Curator of Education, will travel to the tundra near Churchill, Manitoba, Canada, from October 3-9 for a Communicators Leadership Camp sponsored by Polar Bears International (PBI), a conservation group. The Buffalo Zoo, … Continued