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Adjusted Hours

Penguin Plunge: Penguin Plunge will open at 9:30 a.m. on the following days to accommodate our Penguin Breakfast events:

June 28
July 6, 13, 19, and 27
August 2, 3, 10, 16, 24, and 31

Thank you for your understanding.

Animal Viewing Impacts:

Wild Canada

Our grizzly bears ‘Skoki’ and ‘Khutzeymateen’ will be off-view from 9:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, July 16th, while contractors complete work in the habitat. 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. Plus, our Dalmatian pelicans can be found in their temporary home at Land of Lemurs!
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.

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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News

North American river otters

July 11, 2025

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An Update on Our Otter Bevy

We’ve been incredibly touched by the kind words and messages of support we’ve received following the news of the loss of…

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Western lowland gorilla

July 11, 2025

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Looking Forward to Gorilla Introductions

As our newest troop member ‘Johari’ continues her behind-the-scenes quarantine, we’re preparing for the next exciting st…

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North American river otter pup 'Remi'

July 9, 2025

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Remembering ‘Remi’: A Tragic Loss for Our Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo Family

Today, we are heartbroken to share the devasting news of the sudden passing of ‘Remi’, our beloved 3-month-old North Ame…

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Von der Decken's Hornbill

July 4, 2025

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A New Beak Joins the Rainforest Aviary

We’re thrilled to welcome a new species to the Rainforest Aviary! We are now home to a two-year-old female Von der…

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A female western lowland gorilla

July 2, 2025

Announcements

From Toronto With Love: New Gorilla ‘Johari’ Joins Calgary’s Troop

A milestone move for gorilla conservation took place at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo last week with the arrival of ‘…

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Spur-winged lapwings

June 27, 2025

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Introducing Three Spur-Winged Lapwings

It’s time to make some introductions – our three spur-winged lapwing chicks officially have names! Voted on…

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