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 news from the Rainforest Aviary! Alexandrine parakeet, ‘Newman’, has recently joined his fellow feathered friends in the African Rainforest building’s tropical oasis.
Since his arrival in 2014, Newman has resided behind-the-scenes. As an ambassador for his species, he’s helped us to educate generations of campers and school program participants about the conservation challenges facing parrots and the dangers of the illegal wildlife trade.
Our dedicated Animal Care, Health & Welfare team has been working with Newman for several months to ensure a seamless transition into his new home. To help him acclimate and strengthen his wings for aviary life, Newman has been honing his flying skills in the Rainforest Classroom. As you can see, he is turning into a flying ace!
Right now, Newman is still being introduced to the habitat and the other birds, so he makes regular flying visits to the Rainforest Aviary and will eventually become a permanent resident of the habitat. Keep your eyes peeled for his brilliant plumage among the trees during your next visit!
