Savannah Plains: Savannah Plains will be undergoing habitat maintenance on Friday, November 21st. Viewing of our Hartmann’s mountain zebras, East African grey crowned cranes, and our southern ostriches will vary depending on which species is given dayroom access in the Savannah Crossing building.
Mandrills: Our mandrills will not be viewable from Monday, November 17th, through to the end of Friday, November 21st, to accommodate habitat modifications.
Prehistoric Park Seasonal Closure: Prehistoric Park will be closed for the season from October 27th, 2025, pending favorable weather conditions.
PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her calf will have daily access to the main indoor habitat from 10:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. They’ll also have access to their behind-the-scenes space and may choose to spend time there, especially when the calf is nursing, so viewing isn’t always guaranteed. Thank you for your understanding.
Protecting our Birds: Updates Effective October 31
Our Animal Care, Health & Welfare (ACHW) team has downgraded our Avian Influenza threat level.
Please note the following changes effective today:
Our dedicated ACHW team will continue to monitor the situation and prioritize the health and well-being of the animals in our care. Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we all care about safe.
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
On July 30, we said goodbye to ‘Chari’, a three-month-old spur-winged lapwing chick who hatched here in April and had mild congenital leg deformities since birth.
After being diagnosed with a fracture in his right leg, the ACHW team provided splinting, monitoring, and treatment. Unfortunately, he developed a fracture in his other leg at the same location within a week, and despite every effort, recovery was no longer possible with two fractured legs. The compassionate decision was made to proceed with euthanasia. A necropsy confirmed the fractures with microscopic examination pending to assess bone structure.
Though his time was short, Chari represented the promise of new life, and his loss is deeply felt.
