Did you know that some cell phone parts use coltan? Coltan is an ore mined in the Democratic Republic of Congo - where gorillas live.
The deforestation and mining associated with coltan production has impacted and displaced gorillas, moving them closer to extinction. Recycling and extending the life of electronic devices reduces the demand for coltan mining. When we lessen the demand for coltan, we are helping to protect gorillas in the wild!
Gorillas are on the line - will you help us answer the call?
Not only does it feature the amazing winning photos from our 2020 calendar contest, but it also has national holidays, animal holidays, conservation education AND all our favorite zoo events – so you can be sure you don’t miss out on the fun! As an added bonus, the back cover of the calendar includes exclusive savings for you to enjoy throughout the year!
5 Vancouver Island marmot pups have been born at the Devonian Wildlife Conservation Centre.
Since the Calgary Zoo became involved in the Vancouver Island marmot translocation program in 1997, 131 marmot pups have been born at the Calgary Zoo and released into the wild. These 5 new born pups are named Simba, Rafiki, Zazu, Nala and Sarabi!
Check out our PandaCam presented by Hainan Airlines! Now you can watch our giant pandas online and see what they're up to even when you're not at the zoo.
If you’ve spent time at the Calgary Zoo, or on this website, you know that the zoo is more than just a place to see animals. Like accredited zoos and aquariums across the world, we are a force for animal care research and conservation. Here at the zoo we’re passionate about wildlife conservation. And we know that it takes good science to successfully protect endangered species.
