Avian Influenza Protocols

The 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:

  • Footbaths have been installed at the entrances to The Larry Ruskin Penguin Plunge, the Jihad Shibley Rocky Mountain Aviary, and the African Rainforest Aviary for all staff, volunteers, guests, and contractors entering these spaces.
  • Birds will continue to have outdoor access where appropriate and weather permitting.

Thank you for your understanding and continued support as we work to keep the animals we love safe.

Animal Viewing Impacts and Closures

Grizzly Bears: Our grizzly bear cubs are currently off-habitat to support their first winter sleep.

West Gate Closure

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.

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The Tapir-fect Name is Here!

September 23, 2025 | 1 minute read

It’s official — our very first Malayan tapir calf has a name! After a close vote with our friends and partners at PETRONAS, we’re thrilled to introduce…

‘Nyawa’!

Her name, pronounced ‘NYA-wah’, means “life” in Malay — a perfect fit for this curious, spunky, and utterly adorable little calf.

Catch Nyawa with mom ‘Sempurna’ in the main indoor habitat daily from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., where she’s already stealing hearts with her playful personality!

Please note that Sempurna and Nyawa have access to their back-of-house space while they are in the indoor habitat, so viewing is not guaranteed.

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