Remembering Takoda
We’re saddened to share that last month, our Animal Care, Health & Welfare (ACHW) team made the compassionate decision to euthanize Takoda, a 10-year-old male grey wolf, due to a rapid progression…
Read MoreThe Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has confirmed the presence of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) within 200 kilometres of the Wilder Institute’s Calgary Zoo.
The health and well-being of the animals in our care remains our top priority. Out of an abundance of caution, we’re proactively implementing the following measures to protect our avian species:
Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we love safe.
Grizzly Bears: Our grizzly bear cubs are currently off-habitat to support their first winter sleep.
Due to significant construction activities in and around Imagine Asia, the zoo’s West Gate will 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
Are you red-y to hear the names of our trio of female red panda cubs?
With more than 80% of the votes, we’re excited to announce the winning names:
Sumac (SOO-mak), Saffron (SAF-ron), and Cassia (KASH-uh)! Inspired by spices and flavours from the Himalayan region where red pandas are found in the wild, these names are a beautiful tribute to the species’ native habitat.
We’re grateful to everyone who donated and cast a vote in support of wildlife conservation and this Endangered species!