A New Beak Joins the Rainforest Aviary
We're thrilled to welcome a new species to the Rainforest Aviary! We are now home to a two-year-old female Von der Decken’s hornbill! This beautiful bird, who doesn’t yet have a name,…
Read MoreBrawn Family Foundation River Lodge: The Brawn Family Foundation River Lodge is closed this afternoon, July 8th.
Asia Lawn and BBQ Tent: The Asia Lawn and BBQ tent will be closed to the public until 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 10th, to accommodate a member event.
Penguin Plunge: Penguin Plunge will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following days to accommodate our Penguin Breakfast events:
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Exploration Asia
The Exploration Asia Redevelopment project is officially underway! While there are some viewing impacts in the area, you can still visit many of your favourite species.
Due to significant construction activities in and around Exploration Asia, the zoo’s West Gate will remain closed for the 2025 season and is expected to remain closed until at least 2028/2029. This necessary step supports the safe movement of visitors while we undertake exciting improvements to animal habitats and visitor experiences.
Bite-Sized
Exciting update—our expecting Malayan tapir ‘Sempurna’ recently had an ultrasound, and her growing calf is looking great! Can you see its mouth opening and closing in this ultrasound?
While we still have some time to go before a summertime birth, our mama-to-be is doing well! She sometimes displays natural territorial behaviours towards sire ‘Tanuck’ so her care team continues to offer them some quiet time apart. And, of course, she’s got quite the appetite! To support her growing needs, our teams are supplementing her diet to ensure all her nutritional needs are met—keep an eye out for some recently pruned poplar that will make a delicious snack!