Adjusted Hours and Impacts

Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary: The Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary will open at 10 a.m. on Saturday, September 7th, to give our owls privacy during routine care. Thank you for your understanding.

ENMAX Conservatory: Last entry to the ENMAX Conservatory will be at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, February 13th through to Sunday, February 15th, to accommodate set up for our In the Heat of the Night event. The building will be cleared by 3:15 p.m. Thank you for your understanding.

Seasonal Closures

Gorilla Amphitheatre: The Gorilla Amphitheatre is closed for the season from October 15th, 2025. Our gorilla troop remains viewable in their indoor habitat.

Prehistoric Park: Prehistoric Park is closed for the season from October 27th, 2025, pending favorable weather conditions.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

PETRONAS Gateway to Asia Malayan Tapir Viewing: ‘Sempurna’ and her calf 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.

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, wild boar, 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. Our peacocks and Dalmatian pelicans are currently spending time in their winter holding space.

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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Congratulating Gillian Kydd, Our First Zoo School Teacher

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News

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A Milestone in Gorilla Troop Introductions

Welcoming a Baa-ndle of Joy

Two Bear-y Good Names for Grizzly Cubs

February Heats Up at the Zoo with Adults-only Nights, Valentine’s Eats, And Penguin Parades

Congratulating Gillian Kydd, Our First Zoo School Teacher

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