We’re excited to welcome a new species, mountain lions (also known as pumas & cougars)! The 2 female cubs are estimated to be 5 months old. After being orphaned, the cubs were rescued in WA. The cubs will make their public debut in the coming months in the former jaguar habitat.
Lolani is getting promoted to big sister!
Parker, our female gibbon, is pregnant and expecting baby #2 with our male gibbon, Milo! She is due in July.
White-cheeked gibbons are classified as critically endangered so this is a huge win for conservation!
Need some inspiration for your next yoga session? Look no further than our grizzly bear, Jackson!
Whether he's perfecting his 'Downward Bear,' reaching for his toes, or just vibing in a deep stretch, Jackson moves at his own pace—and only when he feels like it. Because, well... he's a bear.
Something big is coming to your Akron Zoo this summer: dinosaurs!
DinoTrek will run May 10 - Sept. 14 and feature 20 life-size animatronic dinosaurs located throughout the zoo.
DinoTrek is included with general admission and free for Akron Zoo members.
Penguin chick Tercera loves a good ball pit, no matter how old she is!
📸: Keeper Vicky
These cold temps have us reminiscing about warmer days. ☀️ Only a few more months...we can do this!
Your Akron Zoo will be closed today, Tuesday, Jan. 21 and tomorrow, Jan. 22 due to the extreme cold temperatures. We will reopen on Thursday, Jan. 23.
With the cold temperatures, our keepers provide additional precautions that keep our animals safe.
Today, we celebrate and reflect on the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
You can visit the temporary exhibit, "Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods," now through March 7.
Learn more: www.akronzoo.org/black-histor...
Day 2 and we’re already off to a great start! Noel the alpaca has been told he is handsome by multiple people today 🖤
Petry is defying gravity! #wicked
🔊Sound on!
Tamarr is the king of the Akron Zoo. At 19, he is an elderly lion, which brings new health challenges. However, Tamarr is able to participate in his own healthcare! Would you consider donating for #GivingZOOday to help us to provide great care to our animals? bit.ly/3VmQxoO
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'Scuse me... Is this thing working?
