Animal Viewing Impacts:

Land of Lemurs: Last entry to Land of Lemurs will be at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, July 19th and Sunday, July 26th, to accommodate set up for our Wild After Hours: Lemurs (18+) events. Thank you for your understanding.

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her female calf ‘Nyawa’ have daily access to either the main indoor habitat or the outdoor habitat from 9:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, so viewing isn’t always guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.

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.

Species Viewable: Bactrian camels, Komodo dragons, white-handed gibbons, Malayan tapirs, red-crowned cranes, Turkmenian markhors, Amur tigers, and Pallas’s cats.
Species Not Viewable: Snow leopards and red pandas have been relocated during construction, but don’t worry – these beloved species will be back in 2026.

West Gate Closure

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.

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A Fine-Feathered Addition

July 07, 2026 | 1 minute read

Get ready to test your eagle eyes – we’re now home to a golden eagle!

Meet Goldie, a female golden eagle who is joining us from the Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey in Strathcona, Alberta. In 2000, Goldie was found injured in the Hinton area and transferred to the facility where she underwent a four-hour surgery to repair her wing. Although Goldie survived, she was unable to regain full use of her wing, leaving her permanently flightless.

While her exact age is unknown, we believe Goldie is about 26 years old. During her time at the rescue facility, Goldie was a much-loved ambassador who raised awareness of and appreciation for this incredible species. We’re proud to continue this incredible legacy in her new home – you can find Goldie in the former wild boar habitat.

Stop by to welcome Goldie to our zoo family this weekend!

📸: Sherry Ann Photography/Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey

A Fine-Feathered Addition

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